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Bush Babes: Conquering the unforgiving terrain for conservation

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All women team, the Bush Babes, in action during the 32nd edition of Rhino Charge at Sabor village in Baringo County on July 17, 2021. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

Nestled deep within the Naromoru Forest, beneath the awe-inspiring silhouette of Mount Kenya, six remarkable women gather on a serene afternoon.

Shoulder to shoulder, they share the weight of a wooden post, symbolising the unity that defines one of the world's most gruelling off-road challenges.

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