Mothers turn to a hot meal of crickets and worms is saving children’s lives

Cheptebo dispensary nurse in-charge Edna Lagat and Entomologist Dr Caroline Kipkoech (Photo: Fred Kibor/Standard)

Women gather under acacia trees to shield themselves from the searing heat as the children cling on their laps, crying for breast milk.

One of them is demonstrating how porridge is made by mixing edible insect-enriched flour with water to make an even paste before bringing it to boil while stirring.