Visit to Mama Jane's orphanage

After a quick lunch on the go - a Rolex (chipati with an omelette inside) - we spent the afternoon at Mama Jane's. This is a town based orphanage, cramped for space but with ever developing facilities. Since the last LP visit here in 2010 they have added a health centre and another classroom. Today our group split into three with some going to a local park for football, another group cooking dinner for 100 and others spending time playing with the children. The football started as a kick about but very quickly became a little more competitive, especially after the LP team took the lead! In the end, a 3 - 3 draw seemed a very fair result.
The footballers returned to find dozens of happy children sat playing with toys and puzzles that we have had donated or been able to buy following our group's fund raising. Seeing so many happy faces in such a confined space was a sight to behold. Our dinner of rice, mince, vegetables and tons of fresh fruit was excellent; six of the group were involved in its preparation.
Tonight we have a tired but happy group. Tomorrow sees the start of our school project work with an early start and a longer coach drive.
The whole group is bonding well and there is a collective determination to make the most of this trip. They have had a very good weekend!
Pictures below from this afternoon: