Peace for access to clean water: a stream of hope in Djottin, Cameroon

Guided by the determined vision of a sister of the Congrégation de Notre-Dame, OK Clean Water has been committed since 2003 to addressing water supply needs in the region of Kumbo. The Djottin project aims to build a water catchment system from a natural water source located in the mountains, approximately 3.5 kilometres from the village. The water will be piped to a 20-cubic-metre storage reservoir before being distributed through five public fountains in the village. Additionally, the project provides clean water to three health facilities and eleven schools, laying the foundation for a healthier and more prosperous community. The community itself is constructing the system with technical support.

With financial assistance of $31,870 from the Roncalli Foundation, this project will change the lives of 3,000 people in Djottin, including 1,800 women. By eliminating the threat of waterborne diseases, it will pave the way for new opportunities, allowing children to return to school without fear for their health. It will reduce the risks associated with water collection, bringing smiles back to women, who will gain greater autonomy in their lives. It will open up new economic possibilities through increased agricultural activities during the dry season, giving farmers the opportunity to cultivate their lands even during this challenging period.