Manesi Rabson is among the few of the older generation, born and raised in Bokola Village some 60 years ago. Since her childhood she has never had access to clean and safe water with the only source being the Namizu River. This has led to her being very sick often as she frequently suffers from diarrhea and malaria. Despite the water being unsafe for human consumption, the people of Bokola including Manesi, share this water with animals which include cattle and pigs. The Namizu River only has water during the rainy season while it gets dry in the dry season forcing the people to dig scoop holes in the river course for water.
“This is where 60 year old Manesi store her water here in her house. Manesi has already been to the river 5 times since morning to correct water.” Taken by Nathan at Bokola Village.
Original photo on Instagram
“Manesi born 60 years ago and a mother to 9 children and 22 grand chidren fetching water from this tiny source which they share with the animals.” Taken by Nathan at Bokola Village.
Original photo on Instagram
