Peace for access to clean water: a stream of hope in Djottin, Cameroon
Published on
19 April 2024
In the mountains of northwestern Cameroon lies the village of Djottin. Its streams, which once murmured softly, nourishing the land and its inhabitants, are today stifled by the echoes of conflict and neglect, leaving Djottin’s residents thirsting for more than just water.
Since 2017, the region has been shaken by political unrest, leading to the withdrawal of government and most non-governmental actors. This situation, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has created a humanitarian void, depriving the local population of vital support. Dilapidated roads are monitored by army and rebel checkpoints, exacting a toll from residents, adding to their daily burdens. Deteriorating living conditions have compounded pre-existing challenges, limiting access to education and healthcare.
The village of Djottin is experiencing these struggles, including a scarcity of clean water. Its inhabitants have been forced to draw from risky sources, exposing their families to waterborne diseases and daily uncertainty. Yet, amidst this despair, a glimmer of hope has emerged through an initiative of the local organization OK Clean Water and supported by the Roncalli International Foundation.
With the support of the Roncalli International Foundation, hope is reborn in Djottin. And in the constant murmur of water gushing from the mountains, we hear the promise of a better future for all.
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