The Swaziland Breast and Cervical Cancer Network (SBCCN), a NGO sponsored by BMSF, recently ended a month-long campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer in October. It started with a ceremonial launch that included official remarks from the Swaziland Department of Health, WHO, and BMSF. The most exciting parts were by far the traditional singing and dancing by Swazi women. Here's a taste:
Last weekend, my colleagues at BMSF and I participated in the 10km Brave the Breast Walk (it was really more of a hike) up Sheba's Breasts. Named after the legendary beauty and mysterious Queen of Sheba from Ethiopia, who supposedly seduced King Solomon, these distinctive twin-peaks rise above Ezulwini Valley in Swaziland. The views as we ascended the mountain was absolutely breathtaking. Southern Africa has such a natural beauty, and hiking has by far been one of my favorite activities. Swaziland is no exception.
Before the walk with the Royal Swaziland Sugar Corporation, the main sponsor for the walk.
We finally made it to the top!
We relaxed at Mantenga Waterfalls on our way down. Having dipped our feet into the fresh, cold water, we were so relaxed that we lost track of time and were the last participants to return to the finish line. :)
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