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In the impoverished village of Kolongolo, 31 widows, many caring for their orphaned grandchildren, sat with little hope. Even in their old age, many would work tiresomely, day after day, weeding other people’s land, and at the end of the day, make a little more than 50 cents. Hardly enough to put one meal on the table for herself.

What is unique about these widows is that they all have their own land, uncultivated, year after year. But thanks to Hope 2 Kenya, through TI, these 31 widows were able to plant their own land this growing season.

Each widows planted at least 1 acre. Pending a good rainy season, one acre will produce enough maize to feed the family and have some left over to sell. TI will also be taking two bags from each acre which will, in turn, be sold and the money saved to plant their land the next year.

As we walked through the village last week, seeing the widows and what they had planted, hope was evident on their faces. They were full of thanks as they proudly showed the work of their hands.

In the impoverished village of Kolongolo, 31 widows, many caring for their orphaned grandchildren, sit today with a lot of hope!