Repaired borehole brings relief to Karonga community

A borehole that supplies water to Nkungwe Primary School and its surrounding areas in Traditional Authority Kyungu, Karonga District, has been repaired. The repair was done by Anderson Kiswigho Mwakyelu, a well-wisher who took note of the water challenges faced by the school and the community. The borehole's rehabilitation is expected to improve sanitation and hygiene in the area.

The head teacher of Nkungwe Primary School, Clement Kayuni, expressed gratitude for the repair, stating that learners and community members will no longer have to endure long distances in search of water. The school's feeding programme, which provides porridge to learners, will also benefit from the clean water. Community members previously had to fetch water from swampy areas for cooking porridge.

The repair of the borehole is not the only contribution made by Mwakyelu. He also donated K1 million for the rehabilitation of a classroom and a teacher's house at the school. The school's management committee treasurer, Dickson Kifungwe, noted that the school, which was established in 1996, is in a dilapidated state and requires further support.

Mwakyelu stated that as a son of the soil, he felt compelled to support the community's development agenda. He believes that healthy people contribute significantly to the country's socio-economic development. His efforts aim to complement the government's initiatives in the area.

The impact of Mwakyelu's gesture has been commended by community members, including Mbuya Mwambungu. He encouraged other individuals who have done well elsewhere to invest back in the community, citing the need for social amenities in the area. The community requires further development, and Mwakyelu's efforts are seen as a positive step in this direction.

Mwakyelu has also committed to constructing three toilets at Kasikizi Primary School in the area, further demonstrating his commitment to improving sanitation and hygiene in the community. This initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the health and well-being of learners and community members.

The repair of the borehole and other initiatives by Mwakyelu have brought relief to the Karonga community. The provision of clean water and sanitation facilities is expected to improve the overall health and well-being of the community, enabling learners to focus on their education and community members to carry out their daily activities with dignity.

Key points

• The repair of the borehole provides clean water to Nkungwe Primary School and its surrounding areas, improving sanitation and hygiene.
• Mwakyelu also donated K1 million for the rehabilitation of a classroom and a teacher's house at the school.
• Mwakyelu has committed to constructing three toilets at Kasikizi Primary School to improve sanitation and hygiene.