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Life in the City: Back in Mbarara

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July 7th 2018
June 24th- July 7th Well, here we are, back in Mbarara. It feels nice to be back in the city, but it’s very different than the small communities we just came from. Everything is so loud and so busy, there are so many people. I miss the seclusion, the quiet and relaxing feel to Ruhija, however it is nice to have access to the stuff we need. We don’t have to drive 2 ho ... read more

Africa » Uganda » Western Region » Mbarara

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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