LIONESS AND HER CUBS.FREE WATER FOR ELEPHANTS.Impact of Water Project In Iltilal, a village right at the border of Tsavo Park in Kenya, dictated by the sight of dry land, cows and goats grazing, some taking cover from the scorching sun under the acacia trees. Life in the village is a constant negotiation with nature, always hoping for rainfall, unfortunately, drought was affecting most parts of Kenya. The villagers, resourceful in their challenges, dug a water hole to tap into clean water, a lifeline in the midst of drought. This water hole was dug at the only secondary school in the area, Iltilal Mixed Secondary School. However, the water was too little for everyone’s use, and in most cases, it would be dirty. Open for all to access, both wild animals and people. A hole, dug by the villagers to access clean water, had became a lifeline and an unexpected challenge. For the villagers, it was always normal to see wild animals coming to drink water from the hole. However, the students and the villagers were always keen, keeping some distance from the hole or seeking safety in case a wild animal showed up unaware. Occasional sight of debris of fallen twigs and dead animals that had gotten stuck in the hole and some instances, the water would completely dry out. In a quest for water during a severe drought, a lioness and her two cubs went to drink water from the hole. Sadly, the cubs found themselves trapped in the depths of the pit. Fortunately, the hole was dry. For two days or so the lioness was heard crying from the bushes. Creating an unsettling tension among the students. The lioness, despite being known for their fearsome reputation, this particular lioness remained rooted near a particular bush, refusing to abandon her post. Concerned for the welfare of both the students and the wildlife, the principal swiftly contacted the Kenya Wildlife Federation officers responsible for safeguarding the park's animals. With unwavering dedication, the officers mobilized, equipped with tranquilizers with a goal of rescuing the distressed cubs. The weakened state of the young cubs indicated days of starvation and thirst. The lioness all this while still in the bushes waiting on her cubs. Accustomed to living with wildlife now and then, the principal extended a gesture of goodwill. A goat was slaughtered and water was offered to the lioness and her cubs not long after waking up. Shortly after, the lioness and the cub peacefully wandered off toward the national park. The marvels of nature. A unique harmony exists between the villagers of Iltilal and the wildlife from Tsavo National Park. This was a great driving force towards drilling a borehole at the secondary school. An initiative that has benefited the school, the community, and the wildlife that unknowingly wanders into human territory. This would not have been possible without the support of the people of Lexington, words can’t describe how grateful we are, the villagers of Iltilal are indebted to you. THANK YOU, AMERiCA!