clare in malawi

I arrived in Mlozi on Monday evening. It is about 70km from Dedza travelling by rough dirt roads. It took over 3hours to get there. I was then taken to meet my host family and warmly welcomed – even although they speak no english. A young relative of theirs, called Maxwell, is my minder and he speaks some English.

The headteacher of the school was very concerned about my welfare, checking I had everything that I needed and even escorted me to my ‘bath’.

On Tuesday morning there was another official ceremony to attend. This time at the school. All the village headmen were there and many others. There was singing, dancing, acrobatics and recitations. And, of course, more speeches. This time including my own, translated in the local language of Chichewa by the headteacher. It was very moving. I love it here.