Oops!

Here in the Congo it's not unusual to see vehicles broken down on the streets. They don't usually tow them to a garage. They just stop right where they are, repair them and move on. We've seen them dismantle and change the brakes on the side of the road.
The streets are mostly dirt or, in the central parts of town, some main roads are asphalt, but are often full of pot holes. It's pretty hard on the suspension, tires, and just about every part of a car ( and the people in them!)

Obstacles in the road are common. Branches, stones & sticks are used as warning signals.

So, it's not out of the ordinary to see things like this....

and this...

and this...

It's not uncommon to see people jump to the aid of a driver whose car has suddenly stopped and give him a needed push.

But this was one to remember. What a load! Even the policemen on the corner joined in the effort! They got the truck running again and off he went!