Napak District has received a significant boost in access to clean and safe water with the commissioning of the LoLet Piped Water Supply System by Hon. Raphael Magyezi.
This project, funded by the Development Initiative for Northern Uganda (DINU) and the District Water Supply and Sanitation Development Grant, serves three villages and reaches approximately 1,500 households.
Previously, the community struggled to access clean drinking water. During the commissioning, Hon. Magyezi, Minister for Local Government, emphasized the importance of water for both domestic use and production.
“Water is life, and it is essential for production. I want this water to reach more villages. The District Water Officer should include this in the budget for the next financial year,” he directed.
Kodet John Paul, LC5 Chairperson of Napak District, expressed gratitude to the government for prioritizing the needs of the people of Napak.
“We appreciate the Ministry of Local Government for always considering our community. We also request to be included in the next phase of the LEGS Project,” he said.
James Bedijo Okumu, the Chief Administrative Officer of Napak, acknowledged the project’s impact.
“This facility has significantly improved access to clean water, reduced school absenteeism, and minimized waterborne diseases. Women and children now save time that was previously spent searching for water,” he noted.
In addition to addressing water needs, Hon. Magyezi pledged to raise concerns with the Minister of Education, Mama Janet Museveni, regarding the lack of a government-aided school and health center, in hopes of effecting positive changes.
