Photo journal: Kenyan single mother

Nkarkar turned to her local church, where she had heard about a women’s group who assist single mothers.

“The church women came to help me,” says Ogichoya, “as I did not want to get rid of the baby.

“They assisted me in putting up my hut; they collected sacks and boxes to cover the frame to build it. They bought me cooking pots and cups.

“When I gave birth they supported me and brought clothes for my baby.”