All that remains now is the dropping of the pump and a celebration to thank God for answering prayers and providing the water of life through Jesus Christ... |
Political turmoil in neighboring Central African Republic (CAR) has displaced thousands of Fulbe men, women and children throughout eastern Cameroon. Their nomadic lifestyles and large cattle herds make them easy targets for bandits and rebels, who will steal, kidnap and kill. Many Fulbe families have sought refuge in existing villages in Cameroon where they have ties to family and friends. This has put great strain on the village's resources and created a dire need for physical and spiritual assistance. |
This is one of the locally-made bridges we had Another nursery is built using corn stalks for We also planted some avocado seeds here The Moringa germinates well and is very the pleasure of crossing with the truck - we the roof drought-resistant, ideal for climates with a nearly lost the truck in the river! pronounced dry season |
About 40 Moringa seeds are planted here Moringa, also called the "Miracle tree", has We hope to transplant these in 3-4 months The path leading to another village located edible roots, pods and leaves. It is extremely around the village about 3 km from the road high in protein, Vitamins A thru C and minerals |
Clinics are conducted in an available building Children often suffer from severe malnutrition Too many patients, too little time This hand-operated well was constructed by our team earlier this year and is fighting the battle against disease |
"Bush clinics" are performed to diagnose There's never a lack of patients, only meds A consultation is performed to determine the Patients keep a record of their visit in a book and treat common maladies, like malaria, the illness, if possible with limited equipment to document their medical history infections, dysentery, scabies & gastritis |
This Moringa tree was Locally-available materials are used to construct Palm fronds are used for the roof to allow The nursery is constructed close to the planted 5 months ago Moringa tree nurseries in the village limited water and sun to reach the poly bags compound for protection |
Fulbe men One of the men chosen to be the well technician Getting there and back is always a challenge Balloons are always a big hit!!! |