Yesterday we went to Rabbi Gershom's political rally. Those intimately involved in the campaign ride around in an open air truck complete with megaphone, sound system, music, whistles and a coup[le of vuvuzulas. Many supporters, staff campaigners, religious leaders (and myself) stood up to give their endorsements and state why one should vote for Rabbi Gershom. There were a couple of imams who gave their endorsements and another well-known figure in the community who will be switching parties to vote for Gershom. The rabbi is a popular candidate and seems to have quite a bit of name recognition. After the speeches, everyone danced as the music blasted on the sound system. Very fun and festive.
Next day onto visit the Health Center. It's amazing what one can do with very little. Their supplies are extremely limited and we brought what we could.. Much more is needed but they're doing great work.
Most of the patients are babies and young children with malaria. Massa Barnz, the doctor, on the left.
Took the bodas bodas home. They are the motorcycle taxis and there is a dedicated ward in most hospitals just for boda boda accident victims. Only one minor injury in our group and we simply duct taped the wound. All's well so far and Benji is hardcore at a mere 15 yrs old.
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