Lecture Notes: Building Wells in Africa

Introduction

• The project involves building 100 wells in Africa.
• Each well provides unlimited clean drinking water.
• The initiative will benefit around half a million people.

Locations Visited

Kenya

• A village in Kenya celebrated the arrival of the team.
• The local school previously sourced water from a polluted river.
• Students experienced health issues like diarrhea and typhoid from unsafe water.
• New wells provide clean, pressurized water, eliminating the need for unsafe laundry practices.
• Total of 29 wells built initially using a giant drill to reach pure water aquifers.
• Each well can provide 3,600 gallons a day, benefiting entire communities.

Zimbabwe

• Hospital lacked clean water, affecting pregnant mothers, who previously had to walk a mile for water.
• New modern wells installed.
• Bicycles donated to students lacking transportation.

Infrastructure Improvements

• Schools received updates: new computers, furniture, shelves with books, soccer balls, whiteboards, and projectors.
• Wells bring water to schools and villages.

Challenges and Solutions

• Villages divided by a dangerous river received a new bridge to ensure safe access.
• Water sources often required treacherous hikes to access.
• New wells placed conveniently close to schools and communities, reducing travel time and risk.

Technological Aspects

• Solar-powered wells in Zimbabwe to aid farmers with water for crops and livestock.
• Wells pump 5,000 liters of water per hour.

Philanthropy and Future Goals

• Project expanded to Uganda, Somalia, and Cameroon.
• Importance of wells for healthcare, agriculture, and improved living conditions.
• Encouragement to donate to continue building wells globally.

Conclusion

• 100 wells will change lives but more work is needed.
• All donations go directly to building more wells.