Christmas Eve brought rare joy and renewed hope to the people of Mubaku community in Buliisa District as residents woke up to the life-changing gift of clean tap water flowing through their village for the very first time.
The surprise was made possible through the efforts of the Mubaku Community Conservation Organization, a local Community-Based Organization (CBO) that has been serving the area since 2013. For years, the community struggled with limited access to safe water, forcing families especially women and children to walk long distances in search of water.
The water project, which began two years earlier, was successfully completed in December 2015, marking a major milestone for the community. The project was generously funded by Max and his wife, a couple from Switzerland, whose compassion and commitment have transformed lives in Mubaku. During their second visit to the community, they witnessed firsthand the impact of their support and the gratitude of the people.

Max recognized Mubaku village as a “desperate tourism village” a place rich in culture and natural beauty but lacking basic opportunities and infrastructure to improve livelihoods. His vision went beyond water; it was about restoring dignity, health, and hope.

Mubaku community is home to more than 2,000 people, the majority of whom are peasant farmers. Many families struggle to support their children’s education, and the lack of basic services has long held the community back. Access to clean water now means improved health, reduced disease, more time for children to attend school, and renewed energy for families to focus on productive work.

For the people of Mubaku, this was more than a Christmas gift; it was a symbol of care, partnership, and the promise of a better future. The flowing tap water stands as a reminder that when communities and compassionate supporters come together, lasting change is possible.