Sowers of Love hands over seven five-stance latrines in Amolatar

14 August 2026, 5:28 am

By Sarah Ejang

In a significant boost to sanitation and hygiene, local non-governmental organisation Sowers of Love (SOL) officially commissioned and handed over seven drainable, five-stance latrine blocks to several schools across Amolatar District on Thursday, 13 August 2026.

The multi-million-shilling project, completed over six months from February to August 2026, was implemented through a co-funding partnership involving SOL, its international partner Surge for Water, and local communities, which contributed towards the construction of the facilities.

During the commissioning ceremony, the headteacher of Amolatar Secondary School, Mr Denis Odur Obia, praised the organisation for its impact and transparency. He noted that while many organisations operate mainly on paper, Showers of Love had proven to be a genuine and reliable partner.

While several primary schools benefited from the sanitation initiative, Amolatar Secondary School was the only secondary school to receive a new latrine block during this phase of the project.

Mr Clement Okot, Sowers of Love’s implementing partner and project consultant, provided a technical overview of the project, explaining how the team overcame challenges, including unpredictable weather and varying levels of community co-funding, to deliver high-quality latrine blocks on schedule.

Beyond the seven latrine blocks, the partnership with Surge for Water has significantly expanded Amolatar District’s broader water and sanitation infrastructure.

Together, the partners constructed 14 additional latrine facilities, bringing the district-wide total to 70 stances. The initiative also donated 10 boreholes to Amolatar District Local Government (ADLG), rehabilitated eight existing water sources and supplied clean water filters to households.

Mr Okot singled out the community of Nalubwoyo for its positive attitude and active participation in the water project components.

Similarly, Amolatar District Water Officer Mr Okabo Syidi, who oversaw the construction and rehabilitation works, commended the founders of Showers of Love and school administrators for their smooth coordination.

He highlighted specific beneficiaries, including Omara Ebek Primary School, Abwockwar Primary School, Acii Primary School and Amolatar Secondary School.

Representing the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Principal Assistant Secretary Ms Susan Acio expressed gratitude to Sowers of Love and Surge for Water for complementing government programmes.

She affirmed the district’s commitment to maintaining an enabling environment for development partners to operate effectively and continue serving the people of Amolatar.

Meanwhile, Amolatar District Vice Chairperson Ms Margaret Olul called on the public to take ownership of the projects and ensure their sustainability.

She urged communities near schools and water points to protect the newly established infrastructure from damage by livestock, stressing the importance of safeguarding these critical assets.

The sanitation and water infrastructure initiative marks a significant step forward for Amolatar District, promising healthier environments and improved well-being for current and future generations.