My business trip from London to Kenya took a profound turn when I met the Turkana people in the country's northwestern region, a severe drought hotspot. I saw women and children walking up to 60 kilometers a day for a few sips of dirty, unsafe water. This struggle stole the health, education, and dignity of thousands in the region. I witnessed families lose their entire livelihood—their animals—a loss that forces them into a desperate, constant search for survival that too often leads to conflict.

To help, I'm climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. My quest for Uhuru Peak will take me 19,341 feet above sea level.

Just one borehole could change everything.

A single, well-managed borehole with a hand pump can serve 300 to 500 people. The total cost for a fully-equipped borehole is between KES 1.2 million and KES 3 million (£6,870 to £17,200). This covers the hydrogeological survey, drilling a 100-meter well, and a sustainable solar pump.

I'm reaching out for your help and support to make this a reality.