Mali

Community Description
Zeala is a small village in the Koulikoro region of Mali, West Africa. It is located approximately 90 kilometers north east of the capital, Bamako.

Zeala has a population of 669 persons. The main language spoken and understood is Bamabara, and not French. There is no hospital, electricity, or running water.

There are 10 wells in Zeala but they are not of good drinking water quality, and will soon run dry in the coming peak of hot season.

There are two pumps in the village that can be used year-round. However, one pump is currently only partially operational and the other cannot provide water.

Project Description
This project is to repair the two pumps in the village and restore them to working condition.

The work will be done through the Mayor’s Office. Each pump will be repaired by replacing the internal workings. In addition, the cement floor and base of each will be replaced, and a soak pit for the elimination of standing water will be installed.

The PCV has started a water and sanitation committee in the village, and they plan to ensure the operation and maintenance of the pump and collect money for future repairs.

Project Impact
The entire population of Zeala, consisting of 669 people, including 357 children, will benefit from this project, since they all use the pumps in the community.

Peace Corps Volunteer Directing Project
Colleen Naughton

Comments
This project will help to alleviate diarrheal disease by providing clean water, as well as control insect-borne diseases throgh the elimination of standing water. It will ensure a constant safe water source during the dry season, and thus is crucial for the village.

Dollar Amount of Project
$247.00

Donations Collected to Date
$247.00

Dollar Amount Needed
$0.00 - This project has been fully funded, through the generosity of Hope You Like It, "In Honor of Faith, Hope, and Love."

We encourage others to continue to donate using the Donate button below, and we will notify Peace Corps Volunteer Colleen Naughton of your donation. Additional funds will be used to fund the next project by Colleen and/or those of her counterpart PCVs in Mali.

Community Description
There is a need for latrines at the high school and middle schools of this community. Currently, students defecate in nearby bushes and teachers leave the school grounds to use their home latrines.

The community has undertaken a 5-year effort to improve the school facilities. Almost all funds for this phase have been raised from a number of sources, but the required level has not been reached.

The directors of the schools met with the PCV E. Beil, and teachers from the committees, to develop a comprehensive plan, of which this project is a part.

Project Description
This project addresses several water and sanitation projects at the high school and middle schools. First, latrines will be built.

Secondly, the well at the private high school that provides water to three schools will be improved. A secure cover, door, and lock will be provided. A treatment plan will be developed, and the surrounding area will be cleaned.

Project Impact
As a result of the construction of the latrines, the level of sanitation at and around the schools will be vastly improved, and disease will be reduced. Additionally, teachers will able to remain at the school the entire day.

The improvements to the well will improve the safety of the water supply and provide for necessary security.

Peace Corps Volunteer Directing Project
E. Beil

Comments
This project forwards the notion put forth by Appropriate Projects that there are crucial projects that need to be done NOW.

Through the efforts of community groups and an assortment of donors, practically all of the funds had been raised. However, the project could not be kicked off without the “final dollars”, contributed by Appropriate Projects.

Dollar Amount of Project
$20.00

Donations Collected to Date
$20.00

Dollar Amount Needed
$0 - This project has been fully funded! Please choose another of our worthy projects.

Community Description
This town in Mali is supplied with water via a communal tap system. The system, however, fails from time to time, frequently in the hot dry season. The community is forced to draw water from communal wells distributed outside the town. The water is often dirty and in short supply.

Project Description
This project is to enhance two large communal wells that are currently dry. The wells were originally not dug deep enough. This project will make them functional.

A jackhammer crew will be hired to deepen each well by ten meters, ensuring year-round access to clean water.

Additionally the top well, currently lined by shale and mud, will be cemented. Both wells will covered with large metal covers, manufactured in Mali, to prevent contamination of the water.

This project builds upon funding contributed from other sources, and allows for the completion of the well enhancement.

Contribution by the community includes cash, as well as local materials, such as sand, water, rock, and wood for framing. The community is also providing skilled and unskilled labor.

Project Impact
In addition to providing enhanced access to clean water, this project will demonstrate to the town the power of volunteering. By collecting the contributions and assisting in the construction, members of the community will be empowered with the skills and confidence to attempt future projects within the community.

Peace Corps Volunteer Directing Project
M. Cahill

Comments
This project demonstrates our commitment to getting projects going NOW, by providing the final funding needed to start the project.

It is a critical project for the people of the town, as it will provide immediate access to clean water.

It also shows that it is better to “fix” something that is no longer working, than to undertake new construction at a much greater cost.

Dollar Amount of Project
$150.00

Donations Collected to Date
$150.00

Dollar Amount Needed
$0.00

This project has been fully funded through the generosity of Ken Howells, of California. Please choose to fund another of our worthy projects.