Upon entering Zambia at Mbale from Tanzania we both felt disappointed; as if our wonderful adventure was at an end. We were on familiar territory: the tar road was good, the towns boasted their Shoprites and Pep Stores and we could successfully use ATMs everywhere. Even the loud music at the informal roadside markets had a familiar African beat. This was easy travelling without any excitement, we thought. However, Zambia has proven us wrong… By Karin Theron Continue reading Traversing Zambia
Western Tanzania
As it seemed Burundi was sadly bordering on civil war we decided instead to head south through western Tanzania. Having heard from many fellow travellers that the roads are atrocious, we expected the worst but were pleasantly surprised. By Karin Theron Continue reading Western Tanzania
Small but beautiful Rwanda
Thus far we had made a point of using minor border posts and our entry to Rwanda was no exception. The Cyanika border (on T4A indicated as Cyuve border) is indeed minor, so much so that all business for both Ugandan and Rwandan immigration is transacted out of one office, even issuing visas. By Karin Theron Continue reading Small but beautiful Rwanda