Restoring Health, Dignity, and Hope in Kenya
For years, communities surrounding Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Shiseso Parish faced a daily struggle for water. Rainwater systems ran dry for months in the Kakamega County community located in western Kenya. Families relied on unsafe sources, and the nearby health center was left without running water, compromising patient care and basic hygiene.
Through a partnership between WEFTA and SAWASHI, and with strong leadership from the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega and the local community, a sustainable water and sanitation system now serves approximately 3,000 people across the parish, Bishop Obanyi School, Shiseso Model Health Centre, and neighboring households.
A solar-powered borehole now delivers safe, reliable water year-round, producing 60 liters per minute and supplying a 10,000-liter elevated storage system. With ten distribution points, clean water is now easily accessible where people live, learn, and receive care.
At Shiseso Model Health Centre, water has been fully restored improving infection prevention, enabling safe sterilization, and strengthening the quality of care. At Bishop Obanyi School, a new girls’ VIP latrine is promoting dignity, improving hygiene, and helping keep girls in class.
Beyond infrastructure, the project has strengthened the entire community. The parish now serves as a reliable water source for surrounding households, while a trained Community Water Board ensures long-term operation, maintenance, and local ownership.
Commitment to Sustainable Solutions
This project reflects WEFTA’s commitment to practical, sustainable solutions. With an investment of $21,144 and leveraged by strong community participation and local partnership, the project delivered lasting infrastructure, improved health outcomes, and a foundation for continued impact.
Clean water is now flowing in Shiseso bringing with it healthier families, stronger institutions, and renewed hope for the future.
