Most Dangerous Ways To School | ETHIOPIA | Free Documentary

[@yaee123]

My grandfather used to work those same salt mines many years ago, he sent my mom to school even though it was financially devastating for him. She ended up getting a scholarship /sponsorship to a boarding school, graduated top in ethiopia for highschool, went to uni, got her masters, went to America, got her PhD, while in college she helped raise many of her siblings and helped pay for their education. Many have gone to college and have good careers. My grandfather also refused to get his daughters circumcised back in the early 1950s. He was way ahead of his times. I am so greatful for my grandparents for their foresight and their sacrifice as I am greatful to my God and savior for making a way for my family. All of my siblings have finished college and are successful in their careers. I wish the same for these children and their future generations

[@shiningstar3312]

@yaee123........Wonderful testimony. God be praised. Happy that u know Jesus😉

[@fionacassells7105]

So good your grandad was far sighted to not allow FGM what a wonderful thing

[@javi-m]

Excelente, historias como éstas me dan esperanza en la humanidad.

[@agemoth]

​@@shiningstar3312do they know Jesus? Or were they just talking as a Muslim? Christians don't circumcise their daughters that I know of.

[@ogolow570]

@@agemoth The ethnic group in the video is almost 100% Muslim but FGM is common across all religious groups in the region including the pagans. Its roots are unfortunately deeply culturally rooted.

[@hamatoJade]

"When I grow up Iwant to move away to somewhere with tap water" hit hard. It brought tears to my eyes. We need to become aware of our blessings

[@ccMomOfJays]

❤

[@dreamer9550]

I grew up and went to school at the south eastern Ethiopia. and i have to walk for almost 90 minute, but thankfully the weather is not much hot but i understand well the barefoot situation. after my parents died i have to leave school at grade 7. after i moved to other region and started again but it`s from grade 5, i have to work at agriculture before or after school and walk for 1 hour to school. i have to work so i can get food and shelter to continue my studies. even so i wasnt fortunate to finish my school even if i was having average 97 percent per subject.. Alhamdulilah am still walking tall and i say to my self nothing can take me down unless i let go my self.

[@FreeDocumentary]

Thank you for sharing that. We walk beside you. And you sound like a truly awesome strong person. Respect and love you to! You did it all yourself.

[@dreamer9550]

@@FreeDocumentary thank you and i appreciate your hard work

[@danielalemu3029]

As fallow Ethiopian, I like your story and message brother. I wish you well for future.

[@rebekahlikesmusic2723]

Good for you brother! May God bless you and keep you always in His hands

[@dreamer9550]

@@rebekahlikesmusic2723 Ameen thanks a lot

[@rcsproject627]

I think this documentary should be shown in every school in the western world. Maybe kids will appreciate how important school is and how fortunate they really are.

[@aaf1568]

I agree. Western countries have it so good, yet the drop out rates are high,the school ratings are low. Look at these children and that determination they have to better themselves. This should be shown to the current us president and the Republican who think all of us Immigrants are lazy and just want free everything.

[@mrsslocombespussy820]

@@aaf1568 What about the filthy rich middle eastern countries. Ah that's right, just say that all westerners are spoilt rotten rich pricks. Let me tell you both something, you do realise that a lot of westerners are also dirt poor and struggle like this also on a daily basis. Maybe not in such "Hot" conditions but they struggle. At least these kids are getting food, water and education. Some poverty stricken westerners don't even have a roof over their heads. Cuts both ways, don't be so blind to the truth.

[@aaf1568]

@@mrsslocombespussy820 none is suggesting that there ar no poor westerners. There plenty but they still have access to education. Look at c these ppl and what these children they will go through. The very poor children in western countries just give up . Not all very few Just give up. There was a young man in America who walked each morning to his school and graduated. He woke up at 3 to walk to school. Its possible but western children Just are not modified as these children are.

[@Sarah-ft8jr]

Yes I think that’s a fantastic idea. I might actually suggest that to my children’s schools.

[@Sochlo50fo]

RC's Project I made my 4 year old daughter and husband watch it for movie night after we all complained how her new school building is a 25 minute drive. After we watched it the complaining stopped.

[@ltsok8013]

Those who watch this video r lucky enough to have internet and better life style..just cherish yourself with what U have..these videos r inspiring.

[@mamabear4526]

You as well. Lol

[@simbororo7790]

You are right. I have thought about what U said, even though I am Ethiopian, but this documentary on Kenyan Masai students touched me more than any other of this type of documentaries. But after all African leaders are all the same!

[@dawang6135]

it would be more inspiring if you actually used "You" and "Are" you know?

[@florakandie9704]

@@simbororo7790 what are you even saying Kenya and Ethiopia no difference

[@GauravSingh-pk4qw]

fr

[@TAJEEish]

May the dreams of these students fly high

[@sharifffatmazahra8725]

In shaa Allah,Ameeeen

[@indiantiger7362]

Irrespective of so much struggle for school but at the end they are the reader of asmani kitab

[@derzlife3083]

Walking for more than 2 hrs. No water, no enough food. God bless this children.

[@khanmonir6595]

I am Areehd and temperature 50 digress

[@SaSouljah]

They walk 2 hours to school and I wouldn't even walk to the shops 10 mins down the street, They definitely are blessed I'm just spoilt.

[@hannajean8204]

yeah he should bless them with some fucking water or a car. wonder why he's just watching hmm

[@mariaemilianegron]

@@khanmonir6595 you are the kid?

[@LuckyLucky-xp2sz]

@@hannajean8204 hahahahahah omg you said it all in one piece

[@Yesica1993]

These stories should be shown in every classroom in America, especially on the first day of school.

[@vickie9326]

They wont pay acteion or care cuz american kids 👐👐👐🚮🚮🚮🚮🚮🙅 they will just make funny of it

[@Jaylio]

Noppee

[@alyssaplayzz2712]

@@vickie9326 OOf I'm an American kid

[@BIYONG3101]

You read my mind I said the same on one of the documentary they mushy show these to children in England so that they can be motivated and stay away of hooliganism

[@chikusosweet]

My family runs a school for kids in India, I plan to show these to them because some come from poor background from the city but would not want to study, bunk classes etc.

[@Brobrosissismama]

I'm also from Ethiopia especially Somali region from 2009 to 2014 I used to learn school like that may be I'm the only one who feels that 😢😢 right now I successfully graduated from high school and won scholarship in Turkey. I wish everyone will win if he/she is really ready to do and I'm saying never give up 😊

[@Anes-iz5fp]

You are a great man.. Greetings to you from Algeria 😍👑

[@TigistTakeleAdmasu]

You are real hero wendeme proud of you from Ethiopia 🇪🇹 ❤❤

[@ዮወርድ]

ጐበዝ የነበሩበትን አለሠመርሳት ጡሩ ነዉ

[@Blackbrabx]

Wow amazing we are all proud of you ❤🥰

[@Brobrosissismama]

@@Blackbrabx thank you very much 💌💌

[@ssebrii]

Im from Ethiopia and never knew I was living the modern life..Once I get older I will go back home and help my blood a siblings

[@itallaboutme773]

That good

[@lpalm5235]

That would be a good idea. The modern life is unhealthy. A balance of both worlds creates a more balanced perspective. They need your help or to make life not so hard. I wish you the best. And I hope you do, do this.

[@henrywhite1144]

The commercials that interrupt this documentary are in such a high contrast to the content. -one moment a child is suffering in the heat, the next moment a sizzling hot dog for your luxury lifestyle...

[@SuperMmiimmii]

Me too. These politicians steal all the money meant for them to their pocket. that money was meant to build school for people like Afar.

[@ciararespect4296]

Xoxo Sebrina yea sure , rubbish

[@NaKaiJelani]

Binge watching these today has made me feel so terrible for the days I complained about riding the school bus or waiting for a ride. I definitely want to help! I think actually going to these countries and physically being there to help would be something I would want to do, a sort of missionary trip. God Bless these children, their families, and everyone who watches these 💗

[@marilyngrace7886]

NaKai Jelani you are a good person 💓god bless you !

[@nahusenayazerefegne3183]

Thanks Dear 🥰🥰

[@SinCityRaider81]

That's a beautiful name you have in my language Diné bizaad it means Spanish/Latin or Person from Mexico depending on context.

[@bobwanjala1401]

Just go do it on your own or through a group. The missionary is actually what was used to start slavery in Africa. Those missionaries were the agents and brokers of slave trade. Please stay away from it.

[@lpalm5235]

I am also thinking about-the day when the world is open once again to learn some of there survival skills in exchange for something useful to them. That is more worthwhile and meaningful than shopping for the latest..nothingness.

[@nampiimamariagorret3050]

I have just discovered these series and my heart sinks watching the adversities that this little children across the globe go through to get a descent education while there many children who run out of school when conditions are all good. I was born and raised in Uganda, Africa. In my country, it is common to find poverty stricken areas with poor roads but at least the risk of danger or death on way to school is limited. Perhaps, I have not moved broadly to prove this... These series have taught me to be grateful ad appreciative about every thing in life, they have opened my eyes to see life with different lenses. I am in an exchange program in a European country and I feel I should share this with the students.

[@sandyrodriguez2803]

Thank you for sharing. A lot of people take basic services, like going to school, as a guaranteed right.

[@greenhopesomalia2656]

Good

[@sisaytefera9305]

This is true for most city’s of Africans countries, but the western mainstream media never wanted to share the positive part our continent. I just wanted to let the viewers know that there are a lot of students going to school like western children with a school bus, private taxis and also picked up and dropped off at school every single day.

[@HaroutBlack]

⁠ Jesus is the only way to healing, restoration and salvation to all souls. Please turn to him and he will change your life, depression into delight, soul heading from hell to heaven all because of what he did on the cross “Whoever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved” Romans 10:13

[@mariaemilianegron]

Is beyond me how much respect these kids have and the level of commitment inspires me. God bless them

[@masterofzero7105]

María Emilia Negrón with your beautiful commitment...I believe god has blessed you also

[@BEAdventurePartners]

@MaríaEmiliaNegrón... Isn't it amazing how much these kids want to help their families, even after such a hard day themselves? We thought about that too. Most kids are so distracted by TV & devices that helping their parents is that last thing they want to do... These Ethiopian kids don't know what that's like.. They just want to be happy with their families!

[@mariaemilianegron]

@@BEAdventurePartners yes

[@CL-cl4gf]

I agree. God bless all of them

[@DOEROCKSAH]

My parents taught me respect, respect your elders, values all of that. But these children have that on a whole different level. And not to demise them they don't got nothin. But what maybe we have in wealth 💰 we lack that happiness family the little things. We take a lot of ish for granted. When I go to church Sunday imma light some candles and pray for them especially!

[@08jadeee]

i commend the little girl's father for sending her to school when most of the families from the region only send their sons..

[@azaj9848]

@@deirdrepasko9056 why do you only speak of the girls circumcision when the 6 year old boy was brutalised as well? the barbaric practice of circumcision to all should stop. It is a shame that it has infested the minds of first world countries

[@ashokn32]

Should buy her a pair of slippers too

[@preevash7340]

@@azaj9848 circumcision prevents penile cancer but it should be done by a surgeon

[@MyNatasha73]

Yes ! He should be acknowledged for that. Great Job Dad!

[@Jayjen35]

@@azaj9848 You did actually hear that ONE in THREE of the girls who are circumcised die right. For the boys it is brutal and dangerous,but at least most of them survive it...

[@phillipsigwebike6987]

Walking over two hours to school and another two hours back in over 100 degrees temperatures with the sandy soil buring holes on their feet is extremely humbling. And all through their daily ordeal, they can spare a smile. It's truly inspiring ! I can no longer complain of any hardship I encounter which is nothing compared to what these kids go through everyday.

[@HaroutBlack]

⁠ Jesus is the only way to healing, restoration and salvation to all souls. Please turn to him and he will change your life, depression into delight, soul heading from hell to heaven all because of what he did on the cross “Whoever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved” Romans 10:13

[@brendahickey7612]

and barely eat anything

[@BirhaneBirhaneMinda]

​@@HaroutBlackJesus is not your topic for your comedy jocks find something better ok

[@BirhaneBirhaneMinda]

​@@HaroutBlackif you are hungry for the lost souls go out to the street and preach like a brave man instead of playing like an adolescent on internet

[@tamiweber7241]

I’m so happy her father is open minded and wants all of his children to read and write. I’m sad for the girls that can’t go to school. The children work hard. This is a hard life for anyone.

[@NiranVas]

Breaks my heart. The child walking barefoot in 70 degree heat and doing all the hardwork. Sad for all suffering

[@pamela3632]

I noticed the girl Kadiga need shoes

[@user-yv9cs6bs4u]

Niran Vas you’re right breaks my heart too,and special for that circumcise the little boy. Probably they don’t know we don’t have to that anymore because Jesus died for all our sins.

[@deirdrepasko9056]

@@user-yv9cs6bs4u what are you talking about? Most Christian males are circumcised.

[@aleqagebrahana1304]

Not 70! 35 = 95 degree......, 40 = 104 degree.

[@gemma-louiseridge2331]

Deirdre Pasko I’m Christian so is my husband and my sons. No one in our family and our relations are circumcised I know Jewish faith it’s important never heard of Christians doing it....

[@priyankasawant8960]

"Marry someone with Tap Water." Never ever thought this could be an expectation. Just broke my heart :(

[@rodaslela1924]

no she said I want to get married and live somewhere with tap water

[@damareswaramaddepalli9714]

@@rodaslela1924 yhaa right

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

Such evil to bring children to such conditions :(

[@ciararespect4296]

Provocateur SK yep we watch these and comments praise the parents, how about not having the kids in the first place, ? I would praise them for that, stuck in a land that has nothing and can't let people thrive

[@hanadalishidane7808]

sadly bitter reality is this

[@jessicalinda5626]

Khadihga looks a lot like my little one. Complexion and all, she is 7. She's my pride and joy ❤. God bless these children.

[@teddy6326]

Well Ethiopia is beautiful country and the man kind of birth play, the promise to God but western media ??????????

[@YOMAME123]

It's amazing to see the struggle of others things we take for granted💯

[@okaymea]

That sounds so wrong, reread it

[@CindyOHaraPalladino]

@@okaymea Agree ! What is so amazing about seeing people struggle . It is more like the other way around.... It's amazing how we take so much for granted when these people have to struggle! Nothing is amazing about seeing people struggle , amazing and struggle should not be put into one sentance, I would say i am heart broken and feel so sad for there life of pure struggle to learn to read and write ,This should not be like this . ;(

[@naveedahmad-te9ld]

Yes.. you are right

[@BEAdventurePartners]

O my gosh @Kiwii... When that little girl said "I imagine one day having tap water..." my heart sank. - Erin

[@samiraa3671]

@@CindyOHaraPalladino I think what she meant is their ability to tolerate such harsh enviromental conditions. Imagine living in Death valley without modern amenities. The Danakil Desert is like Death Valley and the only people who live there are these group of people known as Afar. I can't imagine an Ethiopian from any other city or village living there without quickly succumbing to the elements. These people have lived this nomadic and traditional lifestyle in that same environment for centuries so they've learned to tolerate what most people, even within Africa, would not. So, for that reason i would say they are amazing. Having said that, these kids deserve an easier life.

[@Xuehuapiaopiao00]

Watching these documentaries will humble you and teaches you to open your eyes on the true reality of how other people live around the world. This needs to be shown in classroom around the world.

[@umai7091]

Agree.

[@nckh7]

I believe in giving them bicycle will be the best solution

[@HassanAhmed-ty6xw]

Through that sand riding a bycicle is imposible

[@Flower-ck2bs]

Imagine how strong this beautiful people are. They can manage what we can not.

[@ekakumba]

If you find your self in that situation, you can also find yourself managing

[@eliseuhackbarth7003]

not at all. it is just to cope with it that we would learn.

[@margaretnyambura2914]

It's good to see an open minded father sending his daughter to school.Those kids are very strong walking 2 hours under extreme heat

[@kakonthebed]

Same. I think far too many people instantly assume that all Muslim families oppress women. But every religion is capable of being horrible (white people used Christianity to excuse colonialism) but also good.

[@secretroamer4962]

Loved the way how hamid smiled at camera at the end. Love you hamid,khadiga,loita,mohammed and all other brave students like you.

[@SimpleBelieverKJV]

This documentary should've been called "The World's most courageous kids!" lol.

[@mariejesus5521]

les antoine she said lol bc it was a joke

[@mariejesus5521]

les antoine she/he did a joke but meant it as serious

[@lucyshea2583]

Yeah, I see the "joke" in it... However, should've put "lbvs"(laughing but very serious), instead of "lol"

[@mariejesus5521]

Jennifer Hutson what if he/she did not even know that existed?

[@brightnessiordza-ukeyima9046]

Simple Believer Very apt

[@peanutbutterandjelly1609]

I have been to Ethiopia and these are the most precious, giving people you can imagine! I sponsor 2 children there. There is a charity named Children’s Hopechest and it’s a wonderful charity and has very few employees so they can give the most funds available to the areas that they are in. At our care point in Holeta, Ethiopia there has been a water point made where the community can get clean, fresh water. I have witnessed firsthand the precious kids in Holeta drinking from the different spouts of the water point. It is a humbling experience to say the least. The charity makes it possible for children to attend school and they minister to the whole family also. ❤🇪🇹

[@daisyflores165]

I watched the documentaries in Nepal, Bolivia and Nicaragua and this from Ethiopia. One thing is common, children suffers the most because of poverty. It is very sad that at the other side of the world, there are those living a very luxurious lives. May God help lift the lives of these children featured in these documentaries and other children suffering from poverty.

[@BSnazz]

Khadigha ure a precious shrine and the epiphany of strength & role model for children worldwide, God Bless you queen 🙌🏽

[@janetrojas8939]

I showed this video to my 6 year son that complains in the morning when he wakes up and when the bus arrives late , he got tears I hope he learns to appreciate the live and privileges He has.

[@michellea5415]

I do the same thing to my kids. They should and must appreciate what they are given not complain about stupid things.

[@janetrojas8939]

@@michellea5415 Yes Ma'am 😩

[@reynaldobabatuan1039]

I really learn a lot from this video. THANK YOU SO MUCH to the Father of Khadiga who motivated her to go to school. Your open-mindedness is truly worth emulating. I truly appreciate it. I hope the government of Ethiopia and the international communities will work hand in hand to help the family of Hamed, Mohammed, Khadiga, and all those living in the Danakil Desert. All the children there, boys and girls deserve a better education as their best weapon to alleviate or even eliminate poverty and free themselves from the quagmire of ignorance. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VERY INFORMATIVE DOCUMENTARY FILM. Keep up the good work.👍👍👍 TO GOD BE THE GLORY.🔥🔥🔥

[@asimally9468]

My heart goes out for these beautiful kids...Wishing then every success and happiness in life...lokl

[@Seabeagle10]

Omg. As an parent. I be worried sick. Hoping my daughter gets to school safely. With her friends. So blessed we don't have to do this. These kids are brave an sacrifice. A lot to get education.

[@Diab74]

Really touching, I've watched and literally felt the pain, sun heat, thirst, hunger, but still kids push on But with all this most important is humbleness of the people who stand with each in all situation is, just amazing!

[@mullaishanmugaraj9126]

¹

[@MMack31]

I’m in north Texas after a winter storm, no water and no power for 4 days. I have 0 room to complain about. I’m VERY fortunate. I wish these children and their families well❤️

[@lawrevinmalong3944]

how can you complain about life after watching this?

[@knotty50]

DON'T GIVE UP FOR LIFE.

[@lawrevinmalong3944]

@Jacob Gonzalez did those children complain? they live in the hottest region on earth btw

[@monikfreak19]

Ana Myers they are smart because they will thrive and dominate

[@Стройкавека-х9ч]

implying doing shitty everyday job in crowded city is better. This people have more freedom and live more natural life.

[@monikfreak19]

Ana Myers africans have the most kids. Rich white people do not

[@shanta-kayepratt983]

Ethiopia has some beautiful people❤😍 beautiful brown skin🌹 and hair😆

[@NoName-pf4zg]

All of horn of African people are beautiful 💖 but I am the ugliest one 😂

[@shanta-kayepratt983]

@@NoName-pf4zg lol u said all African people are beautiful,so how can u be ugly?or be the ugliest one?

[@PAULLONDEN]

*@Shanta-kaye Pratt* They look like walking skelettons though..... which still is somewhat better than many of the spoiled and obese kids in the "developed" world.....

[@Jmatad21]

@@NoName-pf4zg true

[@bryonnbramlett2626]

@@shanta-kayepratt983 that's not what he fucking said....

[@zegeyemekonin6330]

Beautiful and strong people. Their smile is priceless. Love you my Afar people.

[@PricillaMac1]

Thank you for this video. These children are wonderfully brave souls. I live in Australia where a lot of children take education for granted. These video's should be shown in all schools through-out this country. I deeply appreciate Free Documentary for sharing the struggles of these children.

[@the.mermaid.scientist]

Aye, these need to be shown to American kids too! Unfortunately in my family there were too many young ladies that chose to piss away their opportunities for *free* (funded by taxpayers) education.... while these kids literally risk their lives and *want* to go to school .... when certain cultures begin to value education for girls & women... things will improve

[@sahra4091]

Just imagine how much they will appreciate, if they had school near by.

[@bossjean6685]

That was a very beautiful bby in the beginning!!! Omg they all are beautiful! Their hair, eyes and that skin!!!! God bless these children and I hope all their dreams come true!!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@anthonypeters8714]

Such harsh condition's for these children braving such extreme climate of the sun beating mercilessly. Wishing these brave children the best in their studies.

[@highstreetkillers4377]

When you live there it's just another day.

[@maryjeanvillacarlos7939]

My heart is melting while watching this. If only i could help But only prayer o lord pls help them.

[@eastsoldierson]

Yes u can help. U can oppen for them a water pump if u budget $1000

[@forgottenquill7063]

You don't want to help. Praying is not helping. The next time you're thirsty or hungry, pray for food and water without getting off your ass to get it yourself. Let's see just how fast this god of yours quenches your hunger and thirst. People like you and your "1 like = 1 prayer" kind have never accomplished anything. It's a cheap and lazy joke.

[@daphnedraffin3427]

I wish i could go help them. This kills me to reach beside Myself so many times to drink a drink and not even realize it...wow...i want to go help them

[@daphnedraffin3427]

I have clothes toys...blankets....etc i could donate to the children...i want to see it.....to know it really went to them. Its so much for ppl that have so little..

[@Proman476]

@@forgottenquill7063 Word.

[@katelynsoriano7916]

Watching these videos really make me realize how blessed I am. And the basic things I have are considered “ luxury “ for these poor kids. We can walk to a bus stop and ride a bus to school while these kids have to go through that! These kids are truly brave and courageous:)

[@abdallahamirclips1554]

Best documentary channel ever. Keep up the work of showing the world the hardship realities some students and families face.

[@caseyranclaud1401]

Speechless, tears eyed....these children are inspiration and a reminder on how easy life really is for me 😇

[@eunicehope2680]

Ahamed's sweet organic smile sums up our african happiness.

[@godisfaithful9134]

And here i am, complaining that my kids refuse to eat breakfast in the morning, while bus pick them in front of the door, for only 10min drive, they will go to school with bag full of food and drinks, but still i complain that life is difficult!!! Lord Jesus, forgive me. Please Lord, help these brave kids.

[@bakarangerpinku]

They seriously need Jesus.

[@janenjenga5639]

We should be grateful to God.

[@mussiezerezgi2810]

LET'S PLEASE PLEASE AND PLEASE TAKE TIME TO THANK GOD FOR EVERYTHING HE HAS DONE FOR US AND STILL CONTUNIES TO BLESS US!!! THANK YOU GOD SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO FOR US.

[@vio3366]

Your kids have clearly not suffered, i hope they nowadays don't take anything for granted.

[@jollyio1931]

Free documentary, is there some ways these people can be supported? I don't think the purpose of these documentaries is for us to just be entertained and get emotional. There's something we can do to help. Please add that in your description. You guys are doing an amazing job.

[@Lemlem7682]

God bless you and Thank you so much!

[@Lemlem7682]

The place is afar region in Ethiopia..I will try to find out!

[@wonka4]

These guys are only uploading. The original company is German, Maximus Film. Producer Christian Schene.

[@IMjustAGirlInTheWorld1983]

Very well said sir! I agree. There must be some way to help

[@jerff5411]

There's a lot of money flowing into Africa , but there's so much corruption it never makes it where it's needed .

[@gemrel7726]

This is my true story from seven years ago, spanning from 2008 to 2014. Today, I am a university student, and I vividly recall that in order to access water from our home, we had to walk a distance of up to 50 kilometers. Our location was equally distant, situated within one of the Ethiopian Rift Valley regions.

[@javi-m]

Y ahora dónde estás? Lograste estudiar en la universidad?

[@lanapaul5393]

In the north America and some countries of the Caribbean we feel so entitled. It just breaks my heart. We are not thankful for what God has blessed us with.

[@gml9312]

My heart cries for these children but at the same time, I admire them a lot. They inspire and teach us to appreciate more of what we presently have instead of complaining. May the Almighty God protect and guide you always!

[@michaelscience2481]

For someone like myself, who was born and raised in Africa, I am extremely thankful to live in the United States. These children are experiencing the same reality that I did as a child. This documentary reminds me of God's greatness and goodness. God is good all the time.

[@mehreabeyene5583]

I saw the documentary you did at Siberia andI saw today your documentary you did in Ethiopia of the Afar Dankali desert. It's very touching. I admire your courage and patience to travel so far and to enviironmentaly hostile places. I am still wondering how you found out about these places. Thank you so much for your afforts to bring this hidden mystery out to light. I will watch more of your documentary. Wish you success and good luck.

[@ayimenruka2327]

Exactly

[@athenab359]

Such precious kids. Kids in the west are so darn spoil. and appreciate nothing. Very good documentary

[@twinklingstars5077]

That end smile is just a heart ..... Those eyes speakes everything without speaking a word....

[@kadijaabdi4918]

Afar people are so similar to my people Somalis,this is the typically life style of Somali nomadic people, we are strong resilient living in harsh environment 😍😍

[@NoName-pf4zg]

Yeah🇸🇴💪

[@aliciabea1598]

Yeah I notice that they even look alike

[@badriadam3998]

They both belong to Afro kush !!

[@kadijaabdi4918]

I believe you're from the Coast of SouthSomalia ,this is the way of life of every Somali nomad and am proud of it,our land is not different from theirs "desert land",and children have to walk miles to school. Am from Togdhere region this is way of life in rural Togdhere, so is rural Sool, rural Djibouti all the way to Dirie Dawa. Nothing shameful

[@kadijaabdi4918]

@@dalxiischannelvlogs14 very similar in culture too you need to visit Djibouti to see how similar we are, Afar and Dir clan are close,some sub clan of isse (Somali)who reside in Djibouti and Ethiopia trace their lineage to Afar. Zeila port in west of Somaliland (Awdal)was originally Afar land so was the Adal empire the sultan was Cafar 🤗

[@susanray8515]

Beautiful children and very courageous. They have immense challenges. Their in my prayers

[@aviationcommunity7886]

I've got a 13 year old young brother, much older than Ahmad but I can't imagine him walking such routes. Watching this, my heart sinks and makes me realise how fortunate all of us not in these shoes are.

[@sundinfamforlife4129]

I love these videos! When my son gets older and starts going to school and he complains about it I think I will show him one of these videos so he will go to school and appreciate what he has in america.

[@kedirendris5377]

And tell for your son how Ethiopian children's are stronger than anyone in this planets. I'm the one who passed this unbelievable ways in my life.

[@sundinfamforlife4129]

@Katj Hill haha probably hell who knows my kid might actually like school? Every kid is different.

[@mesfinassefa6392]

It is so amazing to see their determination to go to school despite the difficulties they face. I am excited to go and see these kids and try to help out in any way I can.

[@ymyr1]

While they have an incredibly hard life already as children (having the responsibility of an adult in many cases as it is shown), I have found their positive attitude, perseverance and motivation very inspiring!!!! I hope their hard work will pay off and the education they get at their school will enable them to lead a better life eventually.

[@sumirajadurai]

Count your Blessings!

[@ranadeed2309]

Amen

[@AnthonyAffrim]

name them one by one. as a matter of fact, i have stopped complaining and am most blessed to be born in my part of the world, one of the most freest nations on planet earth

[@loveblue2]

Amen, Sumi. I couldn't imagine my child having to go through this every single day for what is so readily available to children in many other countries, including mine. Makes me think of the other blessings in mine and my family's life. The next time I think about complaining about ANYthing, I'm just going to shut up.

[@chrisdooley6468]

Can you imagine how much the owner of that salt mine makes to pay them $50/day when the average salary is $30/MONTH!!? This series of docs on these most dangerous ways to school is absolutely mind blowing. From this desert to the Oymyakon in Siberia to the Himalayas the dangers these kids face just to obtain simple reading and writing skills breaks my heart. I wish there was a way to guarantee that things we could send them to help would actually reach them. I know others in the comments would do the same but charities supposedly working for the people of Ethiopia are rife with corruption sadly

[@Lemlem7682]

Why do you think they are corrupt and who do you think that mead our Government corrupted and other African Leader corrupt by???

[@this-is-not-just-a-pr-fail3263]

Charities are bribery and a way for powerful/wealthy countries to select poor and resource filled countries leaders.

[@ezequielcccln]

Yes, thanks to this owner these workers have much more money than the average Ethiopian could ever imagine

[@Adaarsh]

@@Lemlem7682 reality

[@living_dead_girl1990]

Oh yes I've thought the same exact thing, like I'd sponsor a family if I'd knew it would all go to straight them , my heart breaks for thses babies 😟💔💔

[@salimm9419]

Afar, oromo, somalis, amhara and tigray can very well relate to this...others can only imagine......am proud of this land and its people

[@mr.dundos]

These series have made me look at my life at a new angle....i thought i had a tough childhood but now i realise how privileged i was.

[@stephenguansi7825]

This documentary reminds me of the hardships and difficulties of life wayback in my country. Looking at the kids struggling to reach school is a lot inspiring despite how hard life is, they still manage to pursue getting learned at least. I admire these kids and hope that their determination leads them to reaching the star!

[@Selmy-o3d]

“Before judging a man walk a mile in his shoes “ their journey is a mirror of mine . May Allah bless all the strugglers.

[@cathybrackley-omarra6178]

These videos should be shown in every school in North America...they would inspire children ,teaching them to value the privilege of an education, and teach them compassion for others

[@datiusjayson1770]

What a bless day no matter how dangerous the road is i am gonna make it to school today,you wanna know why?cuz GOD IS LEADING MY WAY.

[@hannajean8204]

so god is ur mom? lmao, it's just school

[@tamikawebb-hubbard4391]

datius jayson AMEN I PRAY FOR YOUR SAFETY

[@tamikawebb-hubbard4391]

datius jayson As well as these babies thirsting for more!

[@Lemlem7682]

I did that and I was in similar situation but I am here and all the glory goes to my Savior LORD JESUS and God is able!

[@shawnpreston1639]

The little girl walks across the desert with no shoes. This is really an eye opener. In America, I took my education for granted. I think this series should be shown during home room classes from elementary through high school to remind our youth the privilege they have because in this country it’s so easy to overlook or forget.

[@HaroutBlack]

⁠ Jesus is the only way to healing, restoration and salvation to all souls. Please turn to him and he will change your life, depression into delight, soul heading from hell to heaven all because of what he did on the cross “Whoever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved” Romans 10:13

[@kimberlyschlosser6160]

The commercials that interrupt this documentary are in such a high contrast to the content. -one moment a child is suffering in the heat, the next moment a sizzling hot dog for your luxury lifestyle...

[@lisakn27]

That's why I have ad blockers

[@mauhmoh8947]

Man!! I also felt the mediocre pstew

[@maxfrobisher7849]

Get Adguard

[@localgirl987]

I was hoping to comment on that but you beat me to it. This is really sad

[@vegetablepimps]

I noticed that also.

[@sheronreid3769]

Love watching these documentary's it open my eyes my heart more, lord help them.

[@luckderson7824]

Me too

[@Page57]

God bless all of these beautiful children. May they find success in their lives. 💚💚💚

[@farmwife7944]

terrific series. These kids and the parents who value education are the most important resources our world has and these resources must be recognized and nurtured. They are heroes and should be the role models of everyone, particularly those in wealthy countries who have lost touch with the value of education and raising responsible kids by insisting they take their chores and education seriously from childhood onward, no free passes given.

[@Me-ru6cl]

More like terrifying

[@mandyb6414]

You are absolutely right. If Haiti here in the Western world is difficult to help the poor children. How much more difficult is Ethiopia, plagued by frequent wars, corruptions, and outright danger.

[@Nancykeri]

Be grateful for what you have. I pray that he excels in school and gets a really good job and a great life one day❤️❤️

[@kakonthebed]

25:30 wow, Hamed is such a wise young man with a kind heart. I hope he goes very far in life, he deserves it

[@275CEO]

God bless these wonderful people , bless these kids future hope they prosper

[@sesothomusichub2503]

Seeing Hamad drink that dirty water from the well made me feel so privileged..May God help the poor! This broke my heart!

[@samlsd9711]

That water is probably cleaner than lead laced American tap water. It's from the ground, the worst it could have is e-coli. Which it doesn't seem to survive in that harsh environment, the high salt and heat won't do it. But the people are eating cooking with it. They are standing and walking and living. Funny how other African people use the term 'privileged' to describe what we all have in one form or another. He probably has cleaner water than yours, just because it's mixed with sand doesn't mean it's toxic all the way. But it is always best to have clear water anyways. I hope somebody volunteers to dig a well for them like they did in the school ground.

[@thetillerwiller4696]

Peekay Entertainment right I cringed. I literally go tot he bathroom in drinkable water while she’s surviving off that muddy water

[@lpalm5235]

Would be nice to help them get some water filter and more wells for water.

[@noriahaziz6767]

If only each child can carry a container of water, a piece of cardboard or leafy tree branch to protect themself from the heat.

[@TheBigSXC]

Thanks!

[@sheenefhuzou2284]

37 degrees feels like your head can break anytime if you stay outside for so long. And here they are walking at 50degrees 😭.

[@samlsd9711]

@John Smith Black/Ethiopian people are strong.

[@jonnamajaneva5933]

They are strong, I feel sick already at + 27 degrees(im from north europe)

[@nikmatahir9201]

😭😭😭😭

[@lubystkaolamonola529]

And without any head gear except for the women. It is like an Eskimo walking barefoot. It is not strength, it is stupidity.

[@edster8416]

If u live at a place or born there ur body will adapt to it. Not fully but its capable. U can't compare them with normal city folks. They already have adapted to the heat and they have their ways and method to overcome it

[@annab6726]

I complain when I have to drive 45 minutes to work in my air-conditioned car. The fact that the children in this video (and all the others in this series) have to make this journey TWICE a day absolutely boggles my mind. I take so very much for granted. Where we are born and the lives we live is such a toss of the dice that we should never let that twist of fate be far from our minds.

[@PRELLINI1]

This documentary should be shown to all teenagers complaining for various nonsense in the social media. God bless all these kids. Great documentary

[@stesharhodes]

The education we take for granted here in the States!

[@crawlinback2u1]

Stesha Rhodes exactly!students complaining for a couple steps from house to bus station!

[@mosesmakumbi2428]

This should answer your questions as to why African immigrants who come to the States never go back to Africa. Life in Africa is cheaper than e meal and it's the worst continent to be a kid.

[@warrenrambo]

It also show the power , greatness, and undeniable will of the HUMAN SPIRIT

[@rhonasentin5325]

This kind of Documentaries give everyone an important lesson for the people that are not experience this kind of life....Hope that they will be succeed in their Goals in life...God bless this kind of people.

[@mamoseturumane2813]

So touching and heart breaking...my heart goes out to this children.

[@samanthaghost]

This is kinda random but I met a kid in college who was from Ethiopia and he was the nicest guy. He was so excited to be in America, he hadn’t been here long and I’ll just never forget him.

[@denrivera4995]

Where is the government ,the private and public institutions for extreme poverty like this..thank You Heavenly Father for giving us a nice place ro live in..🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@mahadljama4578]

they have no government they are under occupation for more than from Ethiopia..

[@highstreetkillers4377]

Poverty is a choice, always!

[@adanefilate8946]

@@mahadljama4578 they are Ethiopian

[@amosi6133]

I think they sleeping. But to be honest im from ethiopia but i dont know about this

[@box5319]

The government of Ethiopia only serve the Amhara,tigray and partially orommo.the rest are Ethiopian when they are needed by the state for manpower only

[@ragalino-9915]

I born and raised in danakil desert of Eritrean side but I was luck school is 5 minutes from my home. The world hottest place , now I live in western Canada 🇨🇦

[@kc7136]

what are the towns where these children are from and the name of the school. cant seem to search on google maps

[@shanna-kaynembhard4794]

And do you know how the school may be contacted for assistance

[@universityabraha8030]

If you are living in Canada then think big and do something for future to help your people back home please!

[@Abi-xf6mk]

@@kc7136 you just have to search for the region 'afar region' in ethiopia then look for 'afdera'. The google map in this region doesnt have detailed info.

[@lpalm5235]

You were one of the lucky ones. And I am happy for you.

[@marviemarquez2356]

Enoconjo ...I love ethipia language I had some friends from ethiopia in adis ababa girls are beautiful there..allah bless us all

[@debbiegreen9514]

I some how stumbled onto the series a couple of weeks ago (I don't know how) and I'm so glad I did. I find these kids to be brave and strong. I do wonder why they can't/don't carry some water with them? How do they find their ways in all of these extreme conditions initially? I hope all of the kids in this series get the education they all want so badly. They deserve it.

[@birkiabdo8254]

I am ethiopian and i know this area Wonderful documentary

[@googolnews2781]

Do u know this kids?

[@nakiesmith5419]

Yes do you know them .. visit them and come BK n report lol

[@hadyhady3863]

What have u done if you know the place

[@helviitana]

You're also good-looking lol 😅😅😍

[@euniceevans7780]

What have you done in aid of this kids? Telling us u know the place is stupidity, just do something even if is small, give the kids shoes, umbrellas, etc

[@peterngugi534]

the video editors, camera crew and entire production team how you do it it is hard to say. you just bring the moment alive as it is supposed to be. for those young kids they have proved that even a drop of water is not worth wasting. all elements of nature are useful to everyone and each one deserves a chance.

[@gakiimiriti9809]

Its just like North eastern kenya no difference .Marsabit ,wajir , mandela ,turkana

[@peterngugi534]

@@gakiimiriti9809 In Kenya, better strategies can be implemented to enhance there are no such cases. all of these has resulted due to improper planning and execution of drought management and corruption.

[@anndrew7958]

Im a grown up man from Zimbabwe & every part of this documentary made me feel like shedding tears, its like watching a horror movie.

[@hanonyohannes3565]

Even if I am from Ethiopia...This is so strange to me....I never knew it might be this hard over there in Afar..it puts tears to my eyes..in my school years , I travelled almost for 2 hours almost every day to fetch clean water for my family our donkeys did the carrying part. How ever now is diffrent history our small town people all have tap water. As far as the school we had elementary and high schools in town now the town growing so fast . Most importantly we have better human capital pilots , Doctors , Engineers , Athletes , thanks to lord Almighty with barley gov't help. I am from south Ethiopia even thou we have scarcity of arable land we have favorable climate and land on top the people are delighted to work hrad in other word hard workers. To my opinion the problem to all of this...I know the country's economy is weak but the every gov't come and go they don't have hearts to prioritize places like Afar , Omo valley , where people walking with out clothes on like primitive society on 21st century not due to the weather but b/c of illiteracy. Three larger tribes in Ethiopia ruling the country everytime one in power they worry only about themselves then places like these needed most priorities suffer / starves to death. Thanks white people to bringing this to world stage you are blessed for reason. Our black falks we will stay to suffer if we don't change the way we do things. Stand for truth rather with your tribes or lies. I am not saying all white falks are an angels but they one like the poster of this content and so many other good people.

[@08jadeee]

i wish the team shooting this documentary could have brought slippers for these kids or could go back there to bring some. this documentary- blog may have raise some budget after uploading this. i hope not skipping the ads may help. who knows. God bless to all, the community and production team as well.

[@the_koo3151]

Charmaine Jade de Lara the purpose of a documentarian is not to get involved in what they’re filming, but to capture the authentic nature of what they want to show

[@zoefernandez8080]

I’m sure after they documented everything they did help out a bit. Tho they did not intervene in most of it IM CERTAIN they didn’t leave without giving a peace as thank you for even allowing them in their personal space and Day.

[@vio3366]

I really hope they gave them something as well after filming

[@yasinarafathdanny]

Going to school is important to them, while many of us miss school wishfully

[@JamesMsomi]

Wow this is really sad, it really teaches us the importance of being grateful for what you have, a bus to school or an Uber- these are the things we look down on cause we want to use cool cars and other materialistic things. We should learn to appreciate the little we have cause others have nothing at all.

[@Mlam-t4k]

Thank you for making this beautiful series . These kids are incredible x

[@berealbepositive4845]

Want to see all of them again, please follow up how they are doing and how’s life. Love from Thailand 🇹🇭

[@rediettadesse2828]

As ethiopian my heart is with you kids ... your very inspirational and will get your dreams come real🤗😊🤗

[@roverrajvir]

Where is this place in danakil specifically