A New Latrine for Jireh Orphanage
Sanitation is not just about comfort. It’s about health, safety, education—and dignity.
That’s why WeDev Water, with the help of donors and volunteers, made it a priority to help Jireh replace the dangerous latrine with something that would serve the children well for years to come.
Local Hands, Lasting Impact
The project was built by the community, for the community:
🧱 Local masons and laborers worked with skill and care.
🧒 Children and staff at the orphanage watched their future rise from the soil.
📦 All materials were sourced locally to keep costs down and support the regional economy.
From digging the pit, laying bricks, mixing mortar, pouring the slab, and finally plastering and painting the structure—every step was rooted in collaboration and care.
And This Is Just the Beginning
Sanitation is one of the most underrated drivers of public health. That’s why we continue to invest in safe, sustainable toilet solutions for schools, health centers, and homes in remote communities.
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Let’s build something meaningful—together.
Why Sanitation Matters
For many of us, a toilet is a given. For others, it’s a luxury. At Jireh Orphanage on Zinga Island, Uganda, dozens of children shared a makeshift hole in the ground as their only toilet. It was unsafe, unsanitary, and undignified. And like in so many places, it posed a serious health risk—especially to children.
The Solution: A Ventilated Improved Pit Latrine (VIP)
In fall 2018, we funded and helped construct a 3-stall Ventilated Improved Pit (VIP) Latrine. The design is simple, but highly effective:
Ventilation pipes reduce odors and insect breeding.
Separated stalls ensure privacy and dignity.
Durable masonry structure built to last for years.
Natural air flow and minimal maintenance make it perfect for rural Uganda.
A Space That Says: You Matter
The final result was more than just a building. The newly completed structure, painted in warm cream and green with a heart-shaped design, now stands as a symbol of respect and renewal.
It’s a place where children feel safe. Where hygiene is possible.
Where learning isn’t interrupted by illness.
Where dignity is restored.
