WOKRING HANDS-TEA FARM

Perched 1,600 meters above sea level, the Highland Tea Farm is the largest highland tea estate in West Africa, spanning about 1,200 hectares. Each morning, before the mist lifts and the sunrows harsh, women arrive as early as 6 a.m. to pluck tender leaves under the cool mountain air. They are expected to gather up to 50 kilograms of leaves (the weight of a bag of rice) to earn ₦1,000. Beyond the lush green hills, this image tells a deeper story of resilience and quiet strength. Many of these women are the primary breadwinners for their families, balancing demanding labor with the care of their homes. This image seeks to uncover the unseen strength and dignity of the women whose hands do not just toil the land but nurture life itself.

Uploaded on 24 October 2025.