Malawi
Epilogue
Anyone visiting Malawi is supposed to have a test for Bilharzia on return to the UK. I had no idea how troublesome that would prove to be…
Malawi Days 8-9
Going Home
Another adventure over, all that remained was to go home - a journey lasting over thirty hours.
Malawi Day 7
The Inaugural Malawi International Marathon
An incredible day of running around the warm heart of Africa. It was an experience like no other and race that was constantly changing as the day and terrain continued.
Malawi Day 6
Rest Day
After a busy week of volunteering in Nkope we had a day off to relax and prepare for the marathon that was still ahead of us.
Malawi Day 5
Sports Day
This was the day I thought may prove to be the most challenging - putting on a sports day for hundreds of Malawian children. As it turned out, the day went well and I think a lot of fun was had by all.
Malawi Day 4
Food and Fuel
Our second day of work had us planting trees, clearing fields, and building fuel efficient stoves.
Malawi Day 3
Building a School
Our first day of volunteering involved building a school, and fitting bins.
Malawi Days 1-2
London to Nkope
The journey from Leicester to London, to Johannesburg and then finally to Lilongwe and Nkope.
Malawi
Trip Preparation
Notes about my preparation for a week of volunteering and a marathon in Africa's warm heart - Malawi.