In the heart of Mumias town, Kakamega County, a determined group of widows is redefining survival and resilience through an unexpected source: briquettes.
The Wadada Solidarity Group, comprising 20 widows, has ventured into the production of eco-friendly briquettes in a bold effort to support their families and break free from the stigma, poverty, and hopelessness that often accompany widowhood in rural communities.
Each day, the women gather at a member's home, rolling up their sleeves to manually mix charcoal dust, sawdust, and other organic waste to create briquettes.
The process is entirely manual-a labour of both love and necessity.
