Day 4 Today we had a meeting with the headmaster of the Hope Nursery School to discuss his long term plans for the school. He presented several ideas to improve the school in the future. We plan to incorporate these ideas in our own discussions to come to an ideal long term plan. Next…
Day 3 Today we again went to work at the Hope Nursery school. First we sorted the toys and the books we found in the dream class and the school library. A few children offered their help and proved to be diligent workers. At lunch time we were treated to an excellent meal. Kalifa’s…
Day 2 Our first stop today was the Hope Nursery School. We were pleasantly surprised by the opulent vegetable garden. The difference from last year was enormous! There were mango and papaya trees, cucumbers and okras. The okra plant is called “old lady fingers” by the locals. The similarity is striking. Next we were…
Day 1 Today is the day. After waiting for a year, we could again leave for the Gambia. The weather report announced 38°. What a difference to Belgium. All ready to go the 9 of us and our 18 filled to the brim suitcases arrived at Zaventem airport this morning. A new adventure awaits.…
Counting down to our departure 2020 We are done with everything we could take care of from Belgium. * We bought and collected all kinds of useful things (medicine, educational materials, sports equipment, bicycles for toddlers, medical equipment) and sent those ahead in a container. * Gambian workmen have done Infrastructure works at the Hope…