Working the Steep Slopes
Monochrome Scene of Rural Labour - Uganda 2012
Working the Steep Slopes Monochrome Scene of Rural Labour - Uganda 2012
A black and white photograph by Teus Renes, dated July 6, 2012, illustrating the demanding nature of agriculture around Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda. A lone figure climbs a very steep, heavily textured hillside, likely terraced for cultivation. The image highlights the challenging terrain and the human effort involved in working the land in this region.
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