“I totally fell in love with Tanzania and knew I wanted to stay and continue working here, but not really in my capacity as a volunteer and volunteer coordinator on the ground. I wanted to make a different impact and this is how my organization, Zuri Medicine, was born.”
East Africa
African American in Africa: Jamal in Kenya
“While the impression is that since its Africa, things must be cheap, the reality is very different. Life can be quite expensive and you have to plan accordingly.”
African American in Africa: Pamela in Kenya
“Importantly, I feel more comfortable being a practicing Muslim. Our children are able to learn even more about our religion.”
African American in Africa: Lauren in Rwanda
“The land of one thousand hills is one beautiful, blossoming country worth visiting (or living in!).”