50 is the new 80

50 is the new 80

In common with much of the rest of the world, in Zambia, Covid has overtaken the weather as the number one small talk topic.  As we sat in the waiting area of our local Isuzu garage waiting for mechanics to work out why the car has lost its ability to...
In for the long haul

In for the long haul

It’s so good to have been back in Zambia for just about 10 hours.  So many familiar sights and sounds, it does seem as if we’ve never been away.  But we have been away for nearly two years.   As I reflected this morning as we emerged...
‘A Period should end a sentence, not a girl’s education’

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

I love asking children the question “what do you want to be when you grow up?”  Some have their answers instantly ready, my youngest son from age 4 would always express his ambition to be “a pilot”.  His ambition has never changed, and he is...