Today Pastor Raha drove me to some of the slum areas of the city. First impression......so MANY people! They are not standing around looking for something to do. Everyone seems to be working hard. They do not take a siesta, they work just as hard through the heat of the day. Many of the tasks they are carrying out, are hard labour, and they don’t slow down because of the temperature. In the evening, you can see all ages climbing up the hill, from the lake to their homes, with heavy jugs of water. Some carry one on their back with a forehead strap while holding one more in each hand. Even tiny children carry a small jug of water on their backs. This is not usually the time of year for such drought, however it is the reality this year.
We also visited a school project, run by the parents. Most schools are very expensive and unaffordable for the general public. This school charges only a small fee in order to promote education in the slum. Each class stood up to greet me in English. For some, it was their first time to see such a washed out skin colour (or lack thereof)! They thought I was quite odd, but then............
I think we should consider exporting snow.......it would be a win/win arrangement!
Great plan with only one small problem.....where is the market?
Asante kutoka Congo, many thanks from the heart of Africa, we value all your great inputs, the planted seeds in the hearts of people would last for eternity, Africa needs friends together will make a significant possitive impact. Raha M. Lundy
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