Aguayuda/ Desperate need for water

In the northern part of Colombia, La Guajira, about 87.3% of the population lives without clean water. This region of the country holds most of the indigenous people, where most people live in rural areas and have no access to clean water. Making this region of the country one of the most poverty-stricken states. 15 children have died because of dehydration and no access to clean water, Aguayuda is an organization focused on making water more accessible in La Guajira. The organization is funded by large companies such as Coca-Cola and FEMSA. Aguayuda is currently working on a project called "Lazos de Agua". Through this project they have been able to install both community and household filters, and a solar pump for a 150m pump and a 40,000 liter pump. Although they're trying their best, they are still struggling because of the serious drought, since it has not rained since last November. The government although tries to help, due to corruption much of the money that is supposed to be for aid is often times gone missing. Drought problems seem to be an increasing issue throughout the world and as global warming becomes worse it doesn't seem to be looking better for planet Earth.