A young Rwandan girl carries water from the well, a strenuous job as the 20 liter jerrican weighs 44 pounds when full.


With running water a luxury most must carry water home in jerry cans multiple times a day. With water needed for cooking, cleaning and bathing, it is a ceaseless chore no house can avoid. This 20 liter jerry can weighed 44 pounds when full.


Size: 5305px × 3180px
Location: Gisenyi, Rwanda
Photo credit: © Amy Mikler / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: Yes

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