Kemogola's improved nourishment through drip-line irrigation
Kemogola is a remote village in southern Mali, home to approximately 3,100 residents, including 176 students across three classrooms. The community faced significant challenges related to nutrition, with limited understanding and access to healthy food sources.
To combat these issues, the Mali Wellness Foundation drilled a deep well system, reaching 380 feet, ensuring a reliable supply of clean water that does not dry up during the summer months. This system features an advanced filtration mechanism to provide pure, potable water for both the school and the village. The well is connected to a drip-line irrigation system, which efficiently delivers water to a community vegetable garden planted in twelve rows, significantly enhancing meal supplementation for hundreds of villagers.
Villagers received training on cultivating nutritious crops, learning to plant beets, okra, green beans, carrots, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Additionally, four banana trees were planted to further diversify the community’s food supply. This initiative not only improves nourishment but also empowers villagers with essential agricultural skills, fostering a sustainable approach to food security in Kemogola.
