Most Dangerous Ways To School | ETHIOPIA | Free Documentary

When the schoolchildren wake up to the first rays of sunshine, the temperature is already over 30 degrees Celsius. They live in the Danakil desert in northeast Ethiopia, near an active volcano, in a region that is the world’s hottest on average. Amongst these children are 6-year-old Looita and his sister Khadiga.

Their route to school, which is many kilometres long, takes these children of the Afar tribe over jagged earth, over seemingly endless lengths, and every day they are confronted with much more than just the astounding heat. Not one shadow offers coolness; water is a rare and expensive commodity. Even if a breath of wind blows through the desert it most often quickly evolves into a sandstorm, the grains of which temporarily blind the children and whip at their skin. The very young schoolchildren deal with this until they finally reach their destination: school. But it isn’t over yet. There is still plenty of danger to come.

After school they have to head home in unbelievable temperatures, beyond 50 degrees Celsius. Even the youngest schoolchildren have to help dig wells, while the older children – like 14 year Mohammed – work in the salt mines, to aid their family’s survival. The children as well as the adults do not give up hope that school will help them one day - not just to survive, but also to live well off the barren and inhospitable desert.

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[yaee]

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

[rcsproject]

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.

[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

[Yesica]

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

[derzlife]

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

[priyankasawant]

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

[ltsok]

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.

[jadeee]

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

[phillipsigwebike]

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.

[simplysxrina]

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

[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 💗

[dreamer]

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.

[NiranVas]

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

[mariaemilianegron]

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

[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 😊

[tamiweber]

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.

[TAJEEish]

May the dreams of these students fly high

[nampiimamariagorret]

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.

[YOMAME]

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

[jessicalinda]

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