As we walked the land for a second time, the dream of seeing hundreds of people living in a land of opportunity seemed one step closer. Our signs saying this land is Home Leone’s are a real encouragement. We met with some wonderful guys who dig wells and as it turned out, their base is only 3 miles from our…
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Orphans, elderly and the mentally ill
19th May 2015 | Posted in Latest News, Nigel's BlogVisiting friends in tough places doesn’t get easier. There at a facility we enabled to be built for those with alcohol and substance abuse was a man chained up. He had absconded in search of drugs. Can a hospital; become a prison? Well with mental health our country relies on drugs and chemistry to help so many through mental health…
The team meet those in Cline town slum
18th May 2015 | Posted in Latest News, Nigel's BlogChurch was different. A choir in bright colour robes led the way. The speakers are often loud but the vibrancy so lifting. Then on to one of the slums I have been visiting for a while. The one filmed in our video. We met the local councillor, Mr Bangura who was keen to share her insights. One group were proud…
Living Seeds
17th May 2015 | Posted in Latest News, Nigel's BlogTamba and Agnes are truly remarkable Sierra Leoneans. Tamba did not see a car till he was 12. Starting on the streets and fending for himself, he has been instrumental in helping Home Leone secure the land. Today, they run a small “factory” called Living Seeds. They have 30 ladies employed sewing industrial safety garments. Another 24 are in…
Electricity, joint venture and New life
16th May 2015 | Posted in Latest News, Nigel's BlogCan you imagine 10 days and no electricity. Here to keep things going you buy a generator (though of course most of the population cannot afford one). Our brand new generator has broken down 3 times. The Lister Petter turns out to not be of the standard expected. The shop owner has kindly agreed to replace it, but with a…
Traffic lights, Development agencies and track record
15th May 2015 | Posted in Latest News, Nigel's BlogLand Rover gear box still broken so Ian headed to work on fixing it and we find a taxi. They have a law saying only 2 can ride in the back. Into the traffic jams of Freetown. How often do we get frustrated at traffic lights? After being in a town with no traffic lights you learn to appreciate them!…