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Gold-diggers of Migori Town: Men toil in the mines to blow their money on women

If you visit the little-known Masara for the first time, it is easy to tell the vibrancy of activities taking place in the rapidly growing town in Migori County.

Because of small-scale gold mining, which has provided a lifeline to thousands of families, the area is a hive of activity day and night.
Several businesses open during the day, bringing the town to life. However, operations reach a climax at night after a long day of scavenging for gold.

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