Monthly Archives: September 2012

This was by far the most fun I have had installing a rope pump.  Firstly taking a boat through the mangroves to get to the site just sets everything up to feel like an adventure.  The villagers were enthusiastic and … Continue reading →

Location: Sippo, Fatick, Senegal Community Description: As you can probably tell by the pictures the village of Sippo is an Island village.  Its located about 15k into the delta off the coast of Toubacouta.  The main source of income for … Continue reading →

The Salemata pump installation was supposed to be the second of the day, but turned out to be the only. The night before the installation, in a fluke accident I dropped my phone in the toilet and could not contact … Continue reading →

Location: Salamata, Kolda, Senegal Community Description:  13 k from Kolda along the main pothole filled road into town lies the larger village of Salemata. There are approximately 1200 people who live in this highly communicative place. Salamata has a huge amount … Continue reading →

When one pulls water traditionally, one grabs the bucket, usually off of the ground, drops the rope into the well and then flips the bucket upside down and drops it in following the rope. The bucket hits the water and … Continue reading →

Location: Samba Diaba, Kolda, Senegal Community Description: Sare Samba Diaba is a small village located east of Kolda near the miniature airport. It is lush and full of rich soil. The village loves fruit trees and farms corn, millet, and … Continue reading →