This image depicts an outdoor gathering in Fizi, Democratic Republic of the Congo

This image depicts an outdoor gathering in Fizi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The scene features approximately 40-50 individuals, primarily adult women, situated on an uneven, reddish-brown dirt ground. A large tree with a thick trunk and leafy canopy provides shade on the right side of the frame, under which the majority of the group is seated. Many individuals are dressed in brightly patterned African fabrics (kitenge/ankara) and wear headwraps in various colors, including yellow, white, and patterned designs. On the right, a large contingent of women are seated directly on the ground, some on small fabric mats, facing generally towards the left. A red plastic bucket and a blue plastic bucket are visible on the ground near this seated group. On the left side of the frame, a smaller number of individuals stand or are partially obscured by vegetation. One woman in a dark patterned dress with a light-colored head covering is bending forward in the mid-ground. Another woman, wearing a white shirt and patterned skirt, stands holding what appears to be a bundled item or bag. In the background, lush green trees and distant hills are visible under a bright, overcast sky. Partially visible structures constructed from red bricks with light-colored roofs are present behind the gathering. The overall environment suggests a communal or rural setting during daylight hours.