Hillside Complete!
July 22, 2025
Hillside Secondary, a non-government school in the Kilolo District of the Iringa region, serves a total of 104 students and 15 staff members.
BEFORE:
Hillside depended on the Kilolo water system, collected rainwater during the rainy season, and utilized a nearby stream for daily water needs. There was also a reserve tank to store water for domestic use. However, the monthly water fee of 250,000 Tshs was too high for the school. As a result, students often turned to the nearby stream for water, which is usually unsafe for consumption. Accessing safe and clean water was a daily challenge.
AFTER:
Thanks to the collaboration between H2O for Life, The Giolas Foundation, and St. Paul Partners, a shallow well has been drilled at Hillside Secondary School. This well will provide clean and safe water for students, staff, their families, and the surrounding village. As a result, both the health and academic performance of the students will improve. The school is actively working to protect the well to minimize maintenance needs. They are dedicated to maintaining their new clean water source in good condition, applying the strategies they learned through WASH training.
To ensure the project's sustainability, WASH training was conducted at Hillside. Both students and staff participated in training sessions focused on project management and sustainability. The goal of this training was to enhance the sense of ownership among the school and its management regarding the project and to equip them with the skills needed for its ongoing maintenance. The school has committed to taking good care of the project and has agreed to allocate budgets for any necessary repairs in the future.
Thank you to The Giolas Foundation for supporting this project!
