Living Water for Kanye, Botswana

Seven families in Kanye, Botswana, received water tanks to help manage the region's frequent water shortages. The Sisters of Charity in Botswana provided the tanks through the Vincentian family program to assist people who cannot afford private water storage.

Ann Muthukattil, SCN, reported that the semi-desert climate and poor rainfall in Botswana make it difficult for residents and livestock to meet basic needs. While the government provides a small amount of water to families, the supply is often insufficient for household consumption and can lead to health hazards when it runs out.

The tanks allow the beneficiaries to store water for drinking and for maintaining kitchen gardens. Some recipients are using these gardens to grow fresh vegetables to support their livelihoods.