Azwikonisaho Ramavhuya, South Africa
Madi means water in Tshivenda and blood in Setswana, symbolizing the struggle to get water many African girls face because of climate change. In many African cultures, fetching water for the family is seen as a girl’s responsibility. Unfortunately, climate change has dried up rivers and presents a symptom of polluted water sources. This has made water collection harder and more time-consuming. Girls now walk longer distances which are often unsure, carrying heavy containers that leave them tired. This daily task keeps them from attending school and missing out on learning.