Drought – Paul Carlson Partnership

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Drought
by Meritt Lohr Sawyer

I live in California, currently the land of navy showers and crispy landscapes. For four years we have endured the drought. It has parched our land and our lives. Our Governor has wisely called for a one-third reduction of all water use, imposing steep fines for violations. Most of us have cooperated, sacrificing the vibrant landscapes and wondering if the bold bright colors will ever return. They are beyond bone dry. Most of the country is reminded of the drought’s impact when shopping at the grocery store only to confront the skyrocketing produce prices. After four years, I am tired of living without water. I am tired of saving shower water in buckets. I must self-regulate toilet flushing. I miss the vivid technicolor landscape that I have known. I miss water. I want my water back! (Pause for my temper tantrum here.)

Now I imagine one of my Congolese colleagues sitting next to me during my little tantrum, inquiring of my predicament, "You mean there is no water coming from your faucet? You cannot use your..." (click here to keep reading)

Developing a Knowledgeable Heart for Congo

Every PCP Promise, we will seek to share facts, medical and economic realities, culture, languages, current events, new perspectives, and other resources for you to learn more about the rich, complex history of DR Congo.

Speaking of water...
The Congo River is one of the world's great rivers. It is the second largest river in the world by discharge (water flow) after the Amazon River, and the world's deepest river with measured depths in excess of 220 m (720 ft). It is an astoundingly beautiful river with a rich and complex history that also happens to account for roughly 1/7 of the world's hydroelectric potential. This means that, if harnessed, the Congo River could provide electricity for all of Sub-Saharan Africa.

Today, this river is at the center of many conversations about environmental stewardship, bio-diversity, and climate change. For people in northwestern DR Congo, where our partners are based, the Congo River is the primary link to other parts of the country. Commerce is oriented towards the river and its tributaries and port towns are the most important trade centers. Many rural farmers grow food that makes its way to the capital via the Congo River. Though air travel has become more reliable and accessible over the last decade, the Congo River was for a long time been the only way for people from northwestern DR Congo to reach their capital.

Interested in learning more about the Congo River? We recommend reading National Geographic's October 2015 feature article about the Congo River here.

December 1: #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is an international day of giving. Everyone, anywhere, can participate! Give to our friends in Congo through Paul Carlson Partnership and share what you're doing by taking an #UNselfie on #GivingTuesday and share on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

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