August 6, 2026
By supporting farmers in water harvesting, a number of families in Masaka District have received underground water tanks of different capacities such as 10,000 liters, 15,000 liters. These structures have reduced on the time spent and distances moved when fetching water, irrigation of plantations especially in the dry season, some families with livestock animals report increased saving on water bills as well as improved social relationship with neighbours who fetch water especially in the dry season. Examples include Nankya Christine in Mukungwe Sub County who reported a saving of half the money she used to spend on water bills ever since MDFA supported her to construct a tank on her farm. Other farmers with tanks includeAkankwasa Elizabeth in Buwunga Sub County.