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One of eight ferro-cement reservoirs built in Hambarita, East Sumba, provides safe, filtered rainwater to rural families.<\/p><\/div>\n

An Unmatched Achievement in Laindatang: Building a 115,000-Litre Rainwater Reservoir Against All Odds<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In Laindatang, East Sumba<\/a>, a region untouched by roads and characterised by its arid landscapes, we have accomplished something many considered impossible<\/strong>. In just two months,<\/strong> under tough conditions, we built a semi-underground rainwater reservoir<\/a> with a capacity of 115,000 litres to store pure, triple-filtered rainwater.<\/p>\n

This achievement is more than just construction; it represents a logistical and human triumph of great significance. Nearly 200 tonnes<\/strong> of materials were transported along treacherous footpaths and steep inclines to reach the remote village without vehicular access. Each beam, steel sheet, and bag of cement was carefully delivered by hand, motorcycle, Truck of Life<\/a>, big trucks or small trucks that navigated dangerously close to cliffs.<\/p>\n

The reservoir’s innovative design<\/a> reflects the extraordinary effort dedicated to its creation. Its 75 m\u00b2 steel roof<\/a>, engineered to withstand the region’s strong winds, is precisely angled to collect at least 5 m\u00b3 of rainwater within two hours<\/strong>. This allows the reservoir to reach capacity in about 20 days during<\/strong> the rainy season. Equipped with a self-designed, triple-filtration system, the water remains clean<\/strong>, cool<\/strong>, and safe<\/strong>, protected by six layers of materials<\/strong>, including a high-quality Sika membrane<\/a> lining its walls and floor.<\/p>\n

This project goes beyond providing water.<\/strong> Beneath the reservoir’s shelter, we are laying the foundation for a PAUD<\/a> (Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini)<\/em>, an early childhood education centre. Such centres in Indonesia offer rural children, often lacking access to formal preschool, a vital space for learning and development. Here, it will symbolise the strong link between clean water, health, and education.<\/p>\n

The effort required technical expertise and relentless teamwork. Fair Future Foundation<\/a> and Kawan Baik Indonesia<\/a>, together with our dedicated partners from Gnade in Waingapu<\/strong> and the Laindatang community<\/a>, worked closely side by side. They shared meals,<\/strong> communal sleeping arrangements<\/strong>, and endured daily physical hardships<\/strong> to reach this shared goal.<\/p>\n

Merging Swiss precision<\/a> and high standards with a steadfast collective vision, this project has exceeded expectations. It stands not just as a reservoir but as a fulfilled promise, a commitment to health and safety, and a testament to the strength<\/strong> of united<\/strong> community effort.<\/p>\n

For those interested in this transformative journey, we invite you to explore our detailed photo gallery<\/a> capturing every stage of the construction process. Each image<\/strong> shows the determination, challenges, and collective joy of creating something with the potential to improve lives for generations.<\/p>\n

Fair Future Foundation<\/a> and Kawan Baik Indonesia remain dedicated to sustainably enhancing the quality of life<\/strong> and making an impact in healthcare<\/strong> and education<\/strong>. This project in Laindatang is yet another example of their meaningful initiatives, carried out with Swiss-standard methods<\/a>, and grounded in shared community values of collaboration and resilience.<\/p>\n

Today, the 12th of August 2025 \u2013 Alex Wettstein<\/a><\/p>\n