Only half of the Congolese population have access to safe clean drinking water. Over 30 million people struggle for safe clean drinking water EVERYDAY. The Congo Water Project Will Serve The “OTHER HALF”!
The project will provide safe and clean water to rural community. Access to safe clean drinking is most critical in rural Congo. It was reported that three out of four rural Congolese do not have access to safe clean drinking water. Overall, only half the population have safe clean drinking water. Community health leaders say, “Access to clean water is our number one need.” Water will improve health, improve food production, promote a higher standard of living, and improve education.
The Congo Water project is a partnership of the Rotary Clubs of Indianapolis Northeast along with other five clubs (District 6560) and Kananga (DR Congo, District 9150). Congo Helping Hands, an Indiana-based nonprofit will be the project manager and “Cooperating Organization”. We are seeking additional partners to join and support the Congo Water project.
The OVERALL project goal is to provide safe, clean, and near water. Initial water quality test conducted in March 2011 disclosed both coliform and e.Coli bacteria present in existing water sources.
The project will provide water filter systems to provide safe and clean household water for drinking and cooking. We plan to test the acceptance and use of the Bio Sand Filter and Family Life Straw Filter.
Also, the project will provide water wells to bring safe and clean water closer to rural villages and communities. With the help of a Rotary District 6560 grant, we purchased a LS-300 drilling rig and two Basic Utility Vehicles (BUVs) for transporting supplies and equipment. Drilling operations will start later in 2011.
Help us Serve the “Other Half”. Come partner with us and make a difference!
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