JB Learns some Swahili

Habari za jioni? Good evening. The Swahili studies are going well and I’ve found it’s been fairly easy to learn the basics in just two days of study. The remainder of our orientation will be dedicated to learning some practical skills for working in the country as well as some safety and health practices. I …

JB Arrives in Nairobi

It’s been 24hrs since I arrived in Nairobi, Kenya.  First impressions…this should be interesting.  We are a group of 12 volunteers from all over the world and we start out with some language training at the Methodist  Guest House in Nairobi.  Many will leave after the week to head off to their respective positions around …