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Pepper wiped away bitterness after my husband's death, Kisumu farmer says

Philister Achieng’, a pepper farmer attends to her crop at her farm in Nyamasaria Kisumu County. [PHOTO: COLLINS ODUOR/STANDARD]

On December 18, 2003, Philister Achieng’ made a promise to her dying husband – that she will work hard on their farm and ensure their children are taken care of.

Her husband, Joseph Arodi, came home complaining of a stomach ache. His condition deteriorated so fast, and as they were looking for a vehicle to take Joseph to hospital, he succumbed.

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