The beauty of Africa is marred by the dire effects of a drought for Sukuma farmers who live off the land.
Sukuma people depend on plentiful sweet potato and corn crops for their livelihood.
When rain didn't fall for months, their crops failed and their economic security was threatened. Compassion and ingenuity led Father Ernie Brunelle to form workshops in the bustling town where people can earn a daily wage. Using area resources, women make jewelry from seeds, men use scrap metal to form hand tools and hardware. Father Brunelle also gathers resources to refurbish a government-run school for the blind and restore Braille machines.