As a sign of their tribal affiliation, many children have the skin on their body, face and arms cut open with a sharp knife.
In order for the wounds to scar, the specialists rub soot deep into the wounds then rub it together with the blood. Many children die from the infections.
Anyone who has ever heard the cry of such a tormented child, will never forget it.
Bad weather forced us to postpone our planned mission by a day, and I was only able to bring one team into the rainforest.
I am always impressed by how content the Philippinos are, even though annual hurricanes, earthquakes and floods threaten their lives. It must have something to do with the fact that there are many God-fearing and devout people there.
Madagascar is a very diverse country in many ways; not only in terms of people, animals and landscapes, but also regarding transport.
Summer is just around the corner and it’s time for delicious ice cream again! Which flavor do you like best? Strawberry, chocolate or vanilla? Let’s choose vanilla!
