When schools across Uganda closed for two years during the COVID-19 pandemic, infrastructure suffered. For the 16 primary schools supported by The Kasiisi Project, the consequences were clear: a 2022 survey revealed that 45% of latrines were full, collapsing, or unusable. Sanitation and Education: A Critical Link Ugandan regulations call for one latrine per 40 students—already double the U.S. standard—but … Read More
Our 2024 Impact Report Is Here!
We’re thrilled to share our 2024 Impact Report with you — a reflection of everything we’ve accomplished together this past year. From meaningful milestones to the stories that inspired us, it’s all inside. Click here to view or download the full report. We are deeply grateful for your continued support. Every achievement was made possible by our incredible community of … Read More
New Latrine to Help Keep Girls in School
Latrines are of critical importance for education – as important, if not more important than desks, classrooms, books, and libraries – and they are especially important for girls’ education. There are many reasons why older Ugandan girls miss school, but lacking washing facilities and privacy at school is an important reason why girls stay home during their menstrual periods. We … Read More
New Borehole Brings Clean Water to School and 1,500 People
The Kasiisi Project was thrilled to recently assist Iruhuura Primary School with constructing a borehole to supply the school with clean water. Iruhuura is one of 16 Kibale Forest Schools Program (KFSP) schools and currently enrolls 503 students (221 girls, 282 boys) in Levels P1-P7 (ages 4-14). In 2023, Iruhuura was also one of the top-performing schools for delivering health and conservation … Read More