This Bird's Eye View of the School grounds has been captured by REVE Kandale's intrepid photographer, Newton, who risked life and limb to climb the nearby palm tree to capture the new classrooms and enthusiastic students.
Yes, the football match continues on at a feverish pace, but the learning also continues enthusiastically at the Mutli-Purpose Center with the program known at Ami du Livre. One of the teachers, Mr. Ajita, is leading the program and has invited 24 girls and 24 boys from the primary school through 10th grade to participate. During one of the recent events, students chose an image to color which lead to a verbal presentation of their subject and then an opportunity to research the subject for a more in-depth understanding of the topic. Students were asked to create stories based on their research. It is a very popular activity with the young people.
Presently there is a break in the action on the football field. The first round has been completed and of the 18 teams that started, there are 8 teams left. Three sectors are represented, one team from Gungu, two teams from Kobo and five teams from Kandale of which one is from the other side of the Kwilu River. All of the teams are incredibly skilled and it is impossible to determine who will make it to the quarter finals.
"Butterflies are everywhere. Local people are excited because this type of butterfly is bringing back the long lost caterpillars called Mambimbi." In the early morning Colette hears the sounds of many birds. The townsfolk say the bird calls are from lost birds that are finding their way home. It is millet season and the grinders have been working non-stop.
The borehole continues to provide water for the time being, but it will be turned off in the near future as the infrastructure for the well has not yet been procured.
REVE Kandale seeks your help to raise funds for a permanent pump, solar panels, and a distribution network. As always we are grateful for your support in the ongoing work in Kandale. There is a tremendous amount to be thankful for. We wish to extend our thanks to Newton for all his help in taking the photos included the last several Communiqués. Colette returns to the US in a week and we wish her a safe journey home. Kwenda mbote, Mama!!!
