Final days for on-site director, Richard

We have been incredibly lucky to have two of the greatest on-site directors conceivable. First Emily from March - September and then Richard taking over from her. This is a photo from his final day on-site. He did tremendous work, but also made great friends and inspired many to learn much more about construction. His impacts will go on indefinitely. Thank you Richard for all that you have done for Village Life, for SHED and for the Roche community.

Building exterior nearing completion

Gutter under construction

Though we are working in a region associated with having an extremely arid climate, we found that we could collect nearly half of the water needs for the health center with a 4000-liter cistern. We have built an over-sized gutter to address the occasional deluges. We don't yet have the cistern, but we are planning on having temporary water collection at the gravel circle until then.

Roche Health Center Committee meeting

This meeting took place just before Richard left and included about 60 members of the community.

The braces within the waiting area are temporary.

View towards the valley

These photos show the view from within the waiting area as well as from the veranda.

RHC Construction Team

Our lead "fundi" (contractor) Julius - (on the right), one of our team leaders and translators Daniel (middle) and our site storekeeper Johnny (on the left).

The roof is getting installed!