By Woo Chris
Oyam, Uganda – For the residents of Aweikwo Village in Loro Sub County, Oyam District, access to clean water has always been a struggle.
Women and children would walk for hours to fetch water from distant, often contaminated sources, leading to frequent waterborne diseases and disrupted livelihoods.
Now, that struggle has come to an end with the commissioning of a new borehole, a project funded by Pioneer Evangelism Network Uganda in partnership with Oyam South MP aspirant Patrick Ogwang Obura.
The borehole, which will serve over 2,000 residents from five villages-Aweikwo, Agengo A, Agengo B, Atur, and Atop-is more than just a water source; it is a life-changing intervention.
Speaking at the commissioning, Patrick Ogwang Obura, represented by his political assistant Kenneth Ayuku, emphasized the need for community ownership to ensure sustainability.
He encouraged residents to establish a water source committee to manage and maintain the borehole and pledged a monthly contribution of 50,000 UGX to support its upkeep.
Beyond water access, Ogwang Obura also proposed setting aside land for the establishment of a Pioneer Evangelism Network Uganda church, highlighting the link between physical development and spiritual growth.
His proposal was warmly received by community members, who expressed appreciation for the initiative.
Local leaders, including Eunice Owinya, the female LC III councillor for Alutkot Parish, acknowledged the persistent water shortages in Loro Sub County.
While praising the collaboration between the government and private organizations, she called for more efforts to rehabilitate and install additional boreholes to meet growing demand.
Residents like Alfred Onyango, Ako George, and Silvia Oming shared their joy, describing how the new borehole would improve health, reduce the burden on women and give children more time for education.
“Before, we suffered a lot, but now, we can drink safe water without fear of diseases,” one resident said.
Pastor Geoffrey Odel, Pioneer Evangelism Network Uganda’s coordinator for Oyam District, underscored the broader vision behind the project.
He explained that the organization aims not only to provide clean water but also to spread the gospel and uplift communities.
He urged residents to embrace spiritual transformation alongside physical development, assuring them that faith and hard work would lead to greater success.
The project marks a turning point for Aweikwo, proving that strategic partnerships and committed leadership can bring real change to rural communities.
