Rain Water Harvest System Built at Corner Stone Church
Reported by Chip Kragt, Story written by Amanda MulderWater Project volunteers built a Rain Water Harvesting System at the Corner Stone Church. This system will be maintained and facilitated by the church for the benefit of all local residents. It is expected that the system will serve 205 nearby residents.
Location:
Country: | Rwanda |
District: | Bugesera |
Sector: | Rilima |
Cell: | Kimaranzara |
Village: | Kivumu |
Solution:
We place these rainwater collection tanks at centrally-located churches, which shortens the walk for water and improves water quality. Churches sell the water at an affordable rate and use the income to maintain the system. Remaining funds are given to the poorest members of the community for school fees, health insurance, and other basic needs.