Josephine Nampijja

Kilukamiza village, Kasaali Sub-county, Rakai district

The Beginning of Part II and a Plea for Help

October 5th 2007
My first entry from Uganda, from a very small town called Kyotera (pronounced something like choetera). My travels went smoothly. I arrived in Entebbe on Monday morning, along with the whole of the Ugandan national rugby team, and their extra large Africa cup trophy that they had just won. I was met by James - the director of Rakai Children's Trust, and a fellow volunteer. We then went into c ... read more

Africa » Uganda » Central Region » Entebbe

Uganda achieved independence from the UK in 1962. The dictatorial regime of Idi AMIN (1971-79) was responsible for the deaths of some 300,000 opponents; guerrilla war and human rights abuses under Milton OBOTE (1980-85) claimed at least another 100,0... ... read more

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Joanna Raeside

Into East Africa

Hi I am a 28 year old female from Scotland. Having lived and worked in the States for the past 5 or 6 years, I am preparing to embark on a 9-month trip to East Africa. I will be volunteering in 3 different countries, for 3 months in each. In Tanzania - at Sharom Orphan Centre. In Uganda - on an Outreach-to-children program. In Malawi - at the Monkey Bay Community Hospital. A life-changing adventure awaits! I am recording this adventure for memories for myself and for entertainment and/or information on my experiences and whereabouts for anyone else who is interested! Wish me luck!... full info

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