Second day of work

Access to the internet is difficult but I am here at last.

My first day working here was a bit of a surprise. I was put in front of four teachers and the headmaster in the classroom as if I was to spend the day teaching them accounts!

Instead I spent the morning asking questions and making notes unti lmy head span.

Then I went to meet the main donor to the programme in the town centre.

I then spent my evening writing up my notes and thinking about how I could make a difference to this organisation and what needed to be developed to assist them in the future. At first I had no ideas but graduall y these are coming to me. It is surprising what a bit of reflection and a Zambian meal of fish, cheema and pumpkin leaves can do! Especailly when eaten with the fingers.

Today I have met again with the staff and now realise that the support that is needed is as much at the top level of the organisation as well as with those trying to maintain the accounts. Now I have to reflect and my first day of real training and helping staff will be on Thursday.

The Zambian people are friendly and being english speakers this is a real advantage. There is a bar in the garden of the guesthouse where I am staying which locals use, so I am beginning to make a few friends.