The fact that there hasn’t been electricity on the island of Zanzibar the last three months, hasn’t stopped KAC from helping those in need. Our Executive Director at KAC made the trip a couple of weeks ago, and was excited to see the extent of work done on the island. Fukuchani, a village where an extensive malaria prevention campaign was undertaken in 2008, is still reporting no known cases of malaria in their village since that time. It was exciting to see the total utilization of the 3000+ mosquito nets distributed. It has made the difference! The village of Shakani also expressed gratitude for the net distribution that took place in their village at the end of 2009. Again, no reports of malaria since that time!
KAC is also undertaking several projects involving severely handicapped children. These children are often forgotten by all but immediate family. We are working with these children to provide practical helps to improve their quality of life, provide support to the family, and just be a friend.
It was nice to find the occasional cold Stoney Tangawezi (local ginger ale), and we hope the electricity returns soon. For the team on the ground…think cool!
