Maisha
Maisha means “life” in Swahili, and that’s exactly what I felt while I was there: life in its purest, most vibrant form.
During a visit to the Maasai tribe in Manyara National Park, Tanzania, I had the opportunity to experience a rich and resilient culture, deeply connected to the land and to their cattle. We were guided by Meyasi, founder of the Serengeti Preservation Foundation—a Maasai himself, who uses his knowledge to support his community in finding balance between tradition and a sustainable future.
One message from him especially stayed with me: his effort to encourage the Maasai to raise fewer cattle, but of better quality, so that children can spend less time herding and more time in school.
It was the children, in fact, who truly caught my attention. Perhaps it’s always that way—they’re the ones who move me first, with their curiosity for the new, the sparkle in their eyes, their shyness that slowly gives way to a smile.
Through these photos, I hope to share a glimpse of what I saw. But more than that, I hope to convey a little of what I felt.
