Electricity and Running Water

In the 19th century electricity came to Sweden, and since then development has moved at a breathtaking pace. Consider how central electricity is to every person's daily life and to society's progress.

In 2016 we heard that the Tanzanian government would bring electricity to 7 873 villages within five years – and that our village of Bumilayinga was on the list. In spring 2019 it finally arrived, and it continues to spread across the country at an exciting pace.

Another government project is laying water pipes throughout the area. These too will reach the children's home soon, which may be an even greater change.

Access to clean running water will free up enormous amounts of time currently spent fetching water. One of our board members surveyed who collects water from the village pumps – it was almost exclusively women and children. If women can get water at home for laundry, cleaning, cooking and bathing, they can over time do more: work, earn their own income, study, become politically active. Water is in many ways a question of gender equality.

For schools and public spaces, running water will mean better menstrual hygiene and reduced risk of infection. We are overjoyed to be part of these changes.

Thanks to our loyal donors who are covering the 10 000 SEK cost of connecting the water pipes, the children's home will have free access to clean water from three taps in the yard. Thank you!

♥ Together we truly make a difference ♥