This image depicts approximately fifteen to twenty children gathered outdoors in Konongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo

This image depicts approximately fifteen to twenty children gathered outdoors in Konongo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The scene is set on reddish-brown soil, consistent with laterite, with sparse dry vegetation and dense green foliage forming the background, alongside a prominent tree trunk on the far right. The environment appears rural or semi-rural, illuminated by natural daylight. The children, appearing to be between three and twelve years old, are of African descent. Many are barefoot; others wear simple sandals. Their clothing consists of t-shirts, shorts, and some traditional patterned garments, exhibiting signs of wear and dust. In the foreground, a shirtless boy wearing dark pants and light sandals moves towards the left, holding a red cloth object. A central group of children occupies the mid-ground. One boy in a blue and yellow patterned shirt holds a green and blue conical object. Other children in this cluster include a boy in an orange t-shirt and patterned shorts, another in a multi-colored t-shirt, and a child in a light-colored, soiled long-sleeved garment facing away from the viewer. Additional children are visible in the background, some partially obscured by vegetation or other individuals. Scattered small debris is present on the ground. The children appear to be engaged in informal gathering or play.