Posted in Batwa Village on Aug 31st, 2009
The first child born in Matara is a sweet baby girl! She was born on August 24th, and this picture was taken of her when she was a mere 4 days old. Her parents named her Iribuka, which means ‘God remembers.’ They said, ‘Here in Matara, we know that God remembers us.’ [...]
Posted in Batwa Village on Aug 27th, 2009
In less than three months, the Batwa families have made Matara their home. In less than three months they have built homes, constructed the bulk of 15 latrines, relocated their families and forged friendships with their neighbors. But what I found most amazing when I was in Matara this week, is the sheer [...]
Posted in Batwa Village on Aug 17th, 2009
It rained in Matara this week. This is the first rain since the families moved onto the land, the first rain that found them with weather-proof homes to retreat to while the rain poured down. The families all remained dry during the rain… a first for them!
In other villages where they [...]