Images from a pygmy community in northern Rwanda
Posted on Jul 16, 2011
The historically marginalized communities of pygmy people in eastern and central Africa suffer some of the worst development indicators in the region. These populations consistently lack access to health services, adequate nutrition, education, and housing.
Working closely with the Government of Rwanda, Partners In Health and its Rwanda sister organization, Inshuti Mu Buzima (IMB), began a project earlier this year to construct sturdy, solid houses for an impoverished village of 39 families in the Burera District of northern Rwanda. In June, construction was completed.
In addition to the new houses, the project will also ultimately provide a full package of support to the village, including health insurance, employment opportunities, agricultural support. It will also supply the community with livestock, including sheep. PIH/IMB will also help children from the community attend school.
