Ouedraogo, Germaine

Germaine is 9 years old.  She is one of 8 children.  Her father died recently from an unknown illness.  Her oldest brother, about 17, has left “in search of gold”.  The others are still living with their mother, the oldest a teenage girl and the youngest a 3 year old boy.  The oldest girl has a baby – it was unclear where the father is.

Germaine and her family live in a small village called Wedkingo.  Their home is in acceptable condition.  They live with extended family in a large courtyard with several homes.  They have no electricity; but they do still have several animals.  Apparently when Dad was around, he did a nice job of “investing” what they had in sheep and goats so the family has something to sell when funds are needed.   

Unfortunately Germaine is the only child in school.  She is currently in the 2nd grade, but the closest school is several miles from their home.  Burkina Faso Outreach may be starting some educational programs in this village because we found there are many, many children who have never been to school.  If so, some of Germaine’s siblings will likely benefit.