This is my rough itinerary. Other than my stops in London, it was created by Habitat, so I don't know how much will change but it gives you an idea of where I'll be and when.
May 13 (Wednesday): Depart for London
May 15 (Friday): Depart for Lusaka, Zambia
H4H Build
May 16 (Saturday): Arrive in Lusaka; Greeted at airport by HFH Zambia staff; Transport to hotel; Dinner and overnight in Lusaka. Visit Local Schools.
May 17 (Sunday): Travel to host project site with HFH Zambia staff; Welcome and orientation with local staff member; Welcome dinner.
May 18–22 (Monday–Friday, Work days): Work from 8 a.m.–4 p.m., with lunch on site; Free time after work to clean up; Dinner; Time for team activities.
May 23 (Saturday): Visit market, orphanage, etc.; Possible half day work on build site if desired; Cultural experience in the community.
May 24 (Sunday): Visit local church; Other cultural activities.
May 25–27 (Monday–Wednesday, Work days): Work from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. with lunch on site; Possible visit to local school for half day if appropriate; Farewell celebration on Wednesday.
R&R
May 28 (Thursday): Travel to Lusaka; Free time; Dinner and overnight in Lusaka.
May 29 (Friday): Spend time at Lusaka schools
May 30 (Saturday): Bus ride to Livingstone (9 hours)
May 31 (Sunday): Livingstone - Victoria Falls. Activity Day
June 1-3 (Monday): Leave for Botswana (Safari)
June 4 (Thursday): Back to Livingstone (Victoria Falls, Activities)
June 5 (Friday): Depart for Lusaka
June 6 (Saturday): Depart for London
June 7 (Sunday): Depart for Chicago
Monday, April 6, 2009
About Zambia
(from habitat.org)
Zambia is a southeastern African nation with five distinct topographical regions: the central highlands; the western plains, swamps and semi-arid deserts; the Rift Valley of the Zambezi Lowlands; the Muchinga Uplands; and the swamps and lakes of the northeast. The country shares boundaries with eight countries: Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania.The climate of Zambia is characterized as tropical with some variations in the higher altitudes. The rainy season stretches from October to April.Zambia’s population is estimated at 11.5 million (2007). The dominant ethnic group is African (98.7 percent), with 1.1 percent European. English is the official language, with major vernaculars used such as Bemba, Kaonda, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Nyanja, Tonga and about 70 other indigenous languages.Lusaka is the capital and largest city of Zambia. It is located in the southern part of the country’s central plateau. Lusaka is considered one of the fastest-growing (in terms of population) cities in Africa. It is a commercial center as well as the center of government, and includes the four main highways of Zambia.
Habitat for Humanity Zambia opened its doors in 1984, when it started building houses for fishing families on Kabuyu Island. From these small beginnings, HFHZ built more than 1,700 houses and has expanded into six of the country’s nine provinces. HFH Zambia has also as facilitated multiple development initiatives, especially in the Chanyanya community. The newest of the program’s affiliates is in the urban area of Tiyende Pamodzi, Lusaka.HFHZ builds in both rural and urban areas. The average house size is 35 square meters (approximately 300 square feet). To support the use of regionally appropriate materials and technology, most of the program’s rural houses are built using burnt bricks and corrugated iron roofing sheets.The houses are simple but high-quality, with separate sleeping, cooking and living areas. The design is such that homeowners have the option of extending the house in the future.
Zambia is a southeastern African nation with five distinct topographical regions: the central highlands; the western plains, swamps and semi-arid deserts; the Rift Valley of the Zambezi Lowlands; the Muchinga Uplands; and the swamps and lakes of the northeast. The country shares boundaries with eight countries: Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania.The climate of Zambia is characterized as tropical with some variations in the higher altitudes. The rainy season stretches from October to April.Zambia’s population is estimated at 11.5 million (2007). The dominant ethnic group is African (98.7 percent), with 1.1 percent European. English is the official language, with major vernaculars used such as Bemba, Kaonda, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Nyanja, Tonga and about 70 other indigenous languages.Lusaka is the capital and largest city of Zambia. It is located in the southern part of the country’s central plateau. Lusaka is considered one of the fastest-growing (in terms of population) cities in Africa. It is a commercial center as well as the center of government, and includes the four main highways of Zambia.
Habitat for Humanity Zambia opened its doors in 1984, when it started building houses for fishing families on Kabuyu Island. From these small beginnings, HFHZ built more than 1,700 houses and has expanded into six of the country’s nine provinces. HFH Zambia has also as facilitated multiple development initiatives, especially in the Chanyanya community. The newest of the program’s affiliates is in the urban area of Tiyende Pamodzi, Lusaka.HFHZ builds in both rural and urban areas. The average house size is 35 square meters (approximately 300 square feet). To support the use of regionally appropriate materials and technology, most of the program’s rural houses are built using burnt bricks and corrugated iron roofing sheets.The houses are simple but high-quality, with separate sleeping, cooking and living areas. The design is such that homeowners have the option of extending the house in the future.
Thank You
Thank you to my friends and family who made donations to Habitat for Humanity that went toward my portion of the trip cost. It is greatly appreciated.
Chuck and Ginger Schiller
Andie and Ed O'Dell
Shawn and Becky Schiller
Randy Safranek
Rick and Michelle Mishleau
Shannon Murray
Laura Bruchert
Pat Ryan
Cindy and Bob Stalsberg
Teeny Adamany
Teresa and Dick Reis
Becky Rizner
Cathy Della
Melissa Bolton
Chuck and Ginger Schiller
Andie and Ed O'Dell
Shawn and Becky Schiller
Randy Safranek
Rick and Michelle Mishleau
Shannon Murray
Laura Bruchert
Pat Ryan
Cindy and Bob Stalsberg
Teeny Adamany
Teresa and Dick Reis
Becky Rizner
Cathy Della
Melissa Bolton
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