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202622 minGdoc-short

Drought Water Crisis

Chasing Earth

202622 minGdoc-short

Three generations in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe, confront the devastating impacts of climate change as they struggle for water and fight to preserve their cultural identity.

Drought Water Crisis

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Channel: Rawsoot Studios

Chasing Earth

2026• 22 minG

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Three generations in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe, confront the devastating impacts of climate change as they struggle for water and fight to preserve their cultural identity.

Synopsis

Matabeleland, Zimbabwe, faced one of its worst droughts in 2024, leading to dried-up dams and failed crops over two consecutive seasons. The impact on local livelihoods is profound, as entire herds of cattle-central to cultural identity and economic stability-perish from thirst. Three generations illustrate the struggle for survival: a boy digging wells, a mother extracting water from deep underground, and a grandfather adapting to shoemaking. Amidst this climate crisis, community resilience shines through as villagers unite to support one another.

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