Mbarara Orientation 2

Week One

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May 30th 2017
We have made it to Africa! Long flight plans, extensive jet lag, figuring out how to use malaria nets, currency exchange, phone set up and exotic food choices were all part of the journey. With that said, we are grateful to be here. Introductions are customary, in both Canada and Uganda, and that is how we will begin our blog. We are a group of health science students and professionals affiliat ... read more

Africa » Uganda » Western Region

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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