Steven Ariong, an aspiring member of parliament for Serere County, has stunned both local residents and district officials by single-handedly repairing 620 broken boreholes across the county.
His initiative has drawn widespread attention, particularly as many of these boreholes had been out of service for years, with some damaged long ago, including one in Kyere Town Council that had been nonfunctional for 44 years.
The repaired boreholes span across the four sub-counties and three town councils that make up Serere County.
These areas include Olio Sub County, Serere Town Council, Kateta Sub County, Kyere Sub County, Atira Sub County, Kyere Town Council, and Ochapa Town Council.
The repairs have been met with excitement from the community, who have long suffered from a lack of clean water.
Mr. Ariong, who has undertaken the work quietly without seeking attention or publicity, shared his motivation with local media.
“Serere County does not need more new boreholes right now,” he explained.
“The government has drilled many boreholes in the county, but most of them have been abandoned. My goal is to ensure that the existing boreholes are repaired and functional, so people do not have to migrate due to a lack of water.”
His efforts have had a significant impact, as many families who had been forced to leave their homes in search of water have now returned to their land after the successful repairs.
Ariong’s work is seen as a game-changer, addressing a long-standing issue that local authorities had struggled to resolve.
Ariong has vowed to take responsibility for the water systems in Serere, ensuring that they remain operational for the benefit of the local community.
He emphasized that his efforts are part of his broader commitment to improving the livelihoods of Serere residents, regardless of political affiliations.
Ariong also sent a strong message to the people of Serere, urging them to reject candidates who make empty promises without taking concrete actions.
“The people of Serere are no longer interested in politicians who make pledges during campaigns but fail to act,” he said.
“What Serere needs now are leaders who roll up their sleeves and work for the community.”
His initiative has sparked a new wave of political discourse in the county, where voters are increasingly prioritizing candidates who deliver tangible results over those who merely make promises.
Ariong’s hands-on approach to community development has set him apart in the eyes of many Sererians, positioning him as a candidate who walks the talk.
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