The community of Kiplombe is located in Eldoret, in the Rift Valley region of Kenya. It consists of approximately 250 to 450 residents, including men, women, children, and the elderly. The majority of families rely on subsistence farming, piece jobs {commonly referred as Jua Kali) and small-scale livestock rearing as their primary source of livelihood.
Despite their resilience, the community faces severe challenges in accessing clean and safe water for drinking and for small WASH projects. Currently, the nearest water source is over 1 to 2 km away, and often consists of open streams, seasonal ponds, or unprotected hand-dug wells. These sources are not only distant but also highly contaminated, leading to frequent outbreaks of waterborne diseases such as typhoid, diarrhea, and cholera. particularly among children.
The burden of fetching water falls primarily on women and children, who spend about 2 hours daily walking to collect water, exposing them to both physical strain and safety risks. These constraints negatively impact school attendance, productivity, and overall health and hygiene in the community. A sustainable well would serve as a lifesaving solution for this population, improving access to clean water, reducing disease, and empowering economic and social development for generations to come.