Education & Water Access Metrics (Uganda)

National Water & Sanitation Context:

• 38% of Uganda’s population lacks access to safe drinking water (UNICEF).

• Only 35% of primary schools have access to clean water.

• Less than 35% of secondary schools have access to clean water.

• Over 70% of schools nationwide lack basic sanitation facilities (Ministry of Education and Sports).

Student Impact Metrics:

• Students in some districts walk up to 7 kilometers to collect water for school use.

• Water collection can take up to 2 hours per day, reducing instructional time.

• Lack of water and sanitation contributes to high absenteeism and dropout rates, particularly among girls.

Intervention Metrics: Solar Wells in High Schools:

• On-site access to clean and safe drinking water for students and staff.

• Reduction in absenteeism linked to improved health and sanitation.

• Improved learning environments through reliable water availability.

• Renewable-energy powered systems requiring minimal maintenance.

• Cost-effective, sustainable infrastructure with long-term impact.

Call to Partnership:

• Opportunity for financial partners to expand clean water access in Ugandan schools

• Direct investment in education, health, gender equity, and sustainability Ugandan schools.