Me with a bucket

Water work

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November 16th 2005
The well In the morning, Miriama (our host) and Absa took us to the well to see the women draw water. Women surround the well from dawn till noon then again after lunch until dark. The work is shared by women of all ages. Two or three women pull on one rope at the same time with impressive coordination. They are so fast! We got to take a turn, but we had to have help—the wet rope an ... read more

Africa » Senegal » Kaolack Region » Mbamb

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Independent from France in 1960, Senegal joined with The Gambia to form the nominal confederation of Senegambia in 1982. However, the envisaged integration of the two countries was never carried out, and the union was dissolved in 1989. Despite peace... ... read more