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I’m back from Kenya. I was only there for a few days but it was really great having some home comforts. Nairobi is like a European city in many ways. OK, so London, Paris and Brussels don’t have shanty towns, … Continue reading →

Here is a typical day in Nyemo’s life. It’s 6.30am so Nyemo is less than active. Time stamp. This is the only decoration within the house. Breakfast consists of Uji (gruel). I didn’t think gruel existed outside of Charles Dickens … Continue reading →

Barracka’s home. His father is a teacher and writer and so is relatively wealthy, putting the family firmly in the middle class. Regardless, by western standards living is basic – ten people call this small building home. At 6.30am, Barracka … Continue reading →

Yesterday I handed out some clothes which were a gift from my Mum. I also showed some of the children of the rehab centre a couple of episodes of Mr Bean. As there is little dialogue, it is perfect for … Continue reading →

I came into town yesterday and stayed overnight. I bought one of the young guys from the village in and packed him off on a bus in the evening. He got to experience ice cream and computers for the first … Continue reading →