While Cameroon is a very lush country – and drought is not the issue it is in other areas of Africa – having access to clean water is a constant concern. Having water within close proximity is essential and one water transportation systems can reach thousands of people in surrounding areas ; however, the water is often not fit for drinking.
One of our volunteers, Jeff, visited Cameroon in December of last year and brought back reports from a region that has 37,000 people without a clean source of water. The area includes: a college with 500 students; 12 primary schools with 9,000 students; two secondary schools and six nursery schools (the youngest children must resort to using water from a nearby swamp).
In addition to the regular fears of typhoid, dysentery and parasitic infections, this community has recently suffered a cholera outbreak and they are highly motivated and unified in their pursuit of clean water. Their dedication – seen in independent fundraising and preparing the land for construction – makes them an ideal partner for the Obakki Foundation.
