We picked up the last of the volunteers from the Kamuzu International Airport this afternoon and they are all at the World Camp House safe and sound. Once everyone was showered and settled we started night one of orientation. We've got a great group and although everyone is tired from traveling we're all ready to work with some kids tomorrow at the Chisomo Children's Club in Old Town Lilongwe. Chisomo is a day shelter for at-risk orphans living on the streets in Lilongwe. The plan is to do a little curriculum work and then play some games with the kids. Should be fun!
The rest of orientation will consist of running through the curriculum with the volunteers to familiarize them with it and answer any questions they may have. On Sunday we’re planning a barbeque with the translators for the session so everyone can get to know one another. It will be a busy three days, but we’ll be ready for our first camp at Manondo Full Primary School on Monday.
In other news, the Malawi presidential results are in and Bingu Wa Mutharika has won another five years. From reading the papers and talking with people in town it seems like a landmark election for Malawi. Although Bingu is from the central region he won a majority in both the north and south, which many Malawians see as a triumph of national unity over regional politics.
Check back tomorrow for updates!
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