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Traffic circle in Goma; Goma is one of the major cities in the DR Congo |
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The Nyiragongo volcano erupted in 2002 |
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Nyiragongo is one of the steepest volcanoes in the world |
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This place used to be a lake |
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First sighting of Chukudu - a handmade wooden scooter |
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The lady in the center is carrying charcoal, carrying a baby, breastfeeding, chatting with her friend & walking!!! |
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My boda-boda driver (Chris) with Nyiragongo |
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Chris in front of lava river (he loved to pose!) |
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Chris's children (I visited his home) |
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Meat hanging in a market in Goma |
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Chukudus are used for transporting heavy goods |
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Chukudu wheel and brake: very Flintstonish! |
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A Chukudu costs about $20 |
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Chukudus can carry about 600 kgs! |
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Chukudus dont have any shock absorbers :( |
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Yes, those are my swimming trunks! ALL my clothes were being washed in Gisenyi |
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