Guinea pig meat improves food security in war-torn Congo

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Action Against Hunger International (ACF) workers get local residents' fingerprints before distributing guinea pigs as part of a food security program in Congo.

Action Against Hunger International (ACF) workers distribute guinea pigs to community members as part of a food security program in Karete, Congo, Feb. 19, 2013. Over 500 guinea pigs were distributed to the locals by the non-profit organization that focuses their programs and activities in the field mainly on nutrition and prevention of malnutrition.

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Workers prepare guinea pigs before distribution of the animals to the community of Karet.