Helpless villagers in Kajiado County fight for daily survival as water and pasture shortage bites

Margaret Sirea suckles her 10-month baby at Ol Tepesi location in Kajiado County. She says says they only eat at mid-day as they cannot afford breakfast and supper. (PHOTO: ELVIS OGINA/ STANDARD)

It is 1pm at Ol Tepesi, Loodokilani in Kajiado County. Margaret Sirea, a mother of eight, washes clothes as her children sit outside under a shade in the compound.

Despite having taken their lunch just over an hour ago, the children sit forlornly as the hot afternoon sun scorches the dusty ground from the clear blue sky above them.