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| The road after rainfalls |
The rainy season has officially started in some parts of Sudan, so especially in the nights it is: 'wet, wet, wet'. In the Sudanese context these rainfalls also mean: 'mud, mud, mud'! Especially the already remote areas become almost inaccessible because of the richness of water on the roads. Field visits can only be done in a four-wheel-drive, that has to work hard to conquer the challenges along the way. People driving a different kind of car or truck are less fortunate in these weather conditions. Last night, Frank heard a noise through the kitchen window. It appeared to be a car, stuck in the mud and its driver desperately trying for a way out of it by giving more and more gas. Frank, who by the way was fairly recently offered a 'rescue certificate' by the mayor of The Hague ;), didn't hesitate for a moment and offered his help. After a while the happy driver was able to continue his journey. I guess a little help from a friend is definitely needed in muddy conditions like these!
