The first report from the students and staff in Malawi is now on the Malawi website. Here it is:
We had a great journey, very comfortable flights, but got little sleep so were bushed be thetime we landed finally at Lilogwe. We were met by the headteacher from Kazumu Academy, who made us feel very welcome then we were driven over to the Lake. The 2 hour drive was a real education - lots of people on the road carrying babies on their backs, water on their heads, massive loads on their pushbikes. Very African! Traditional mud huts, scanty markets.
We've come to the lake for a rest, and to have a little time to absorb all the new images before starting work on our project, just one night here ar the Safari Lodge. We've seen lizards, vervet monkeys, mozzies of course - and had a walk through a very traditional fishing village which was an eye-opener really. We are awaiting our supper - having a buffet with chicken, beef, salad, german potatoes (?) and american doughnuts, so we won't be wasting away.
Weather comfortable - not as hot as with you, pleasant.
All happy, but aware of the complexities of life for people in the villages now.