Bukoba

Bukoba is a good place to be. Situated on the western side of Lake Victoria, it has a bustling commercial centre. There is a huge market especially for their bananas ( plantains).You can buy mobile phones, Hifi equipment, surge protectors and other sophisticated equipment. However other things like string are scarce and we managed to hunt down the last tin opener in town!! It pours with rain most mornings and dries out in the afternoon.
We are staying with Valerie who has been here with VSO for 8 years. She is a wonderful person to stay with and full of stories. Her garden is a delight. She lives behid Bukoba centre and is greeted by all and sundry everyday walking down the road.





We have done the rounds of the Regional Medical Officer, Columbia University (ICAP) offices ( our donors), Regional Hospital and Catholic Diocese offices ( our employers). Everyone is very welcoming and we even met the Bishop who was very happy and friendly.
There are plenty of vegetables available on numerous stalls and the children love to have their photos taken.




There is also time for relaxation!





There is a campsite next to the shore with double beds in the traditional Haya huts. One can roll out of bed to watch the sun rise and occassionally a lone hippo is seen.