Updates
Three of eight planned tap stands of the Nyagishiha water system, are already providing daily access to the community’s 1,200 residents. But that's only part of the story of the 62nd water system we’ve built in Burundi.
We are pleased to announce that construction on the Ryabitari-Gatoga water system began on May 1, 2024. Currently, there is no clean water located near the community. By abject necessity, the majority of the population relies on a primary water source that is several miles away from the community, and the water there is contaminated. When this system is complete it will provide clean water to 1,000 people
Dr. Thomas Byrd is based in Texas and serves as a medical advisor for Cornerstone Clinic in Bukuye, Burundi. “The lack of clean water is the root cause of the bulk of disease there. What the Gazelle Foundation is doing in Africa is absolutely a game-changer,” he said. “My work as a physician would be unneeded if clean water were available.”
Construction Coming Soon! We're happy to announce that the Kabigomogomo water system has been selected as the 2022 water system funded by our AMAZI For Burundi members.
As we head into Father’s Day weekend we are paying tribute to the fathers on our Board of Directors and fathers in Burundi who do it all— are loving, caring, protective and empower their families and communities. And work to give access to clean and safe water. Happy Father’s Day!
Ethan B., a 7th grader at Dakota Hills Middle in Eagan, Minnesota told us when he contacted us, asking for suggestions on hosting a Run For The Water in his own community. We were blown away by his generosity and passion to help another country halfway around the world!
