Saturday 10th
Again woken up by the call to prayer, loud music and drumming from the local church the cooking team made pancakes and jam- everyone enjoyed them especially those who went up for at least five portions (Hally Baldock/ Euan Chapman). After breakfast we split into our teams, five people to finish off the murals in the classroom and the others to go back to the Chiefs Palace to replaster the walls. Emilie and Bradley continued with their amazing animal paintings and the classroom looks almost finished!
After having a quick lunch, cooked by the team and of course Augustina, team 8 and their buddies went to cape coast castle and visited the Elmina markets. To get there we took the school busses, there were two; one with air-con and plenty of room whilst in the other bus there was a lack of ventilation and space! However it was a fun experience and nice to get to know our buddies better.
The castle was really interesting and the tour guide told us all about the slaves that were once held there. It was such a hot day but it was still an eye-opening experience which was good to share with the other children from the village. From the castle we took the busses to the markets where we bought various items (mainly food despite the great meals that we receive). ‘Fan ices’, vanilla ice lollies, were particularly popular with everyone due to the heat.
It was a fun but hot day and we came back to a camp fire and lovely meal in the evening.
By Charlotte and Marcus
Charlotte – hello family in England, 14 days left – bet you’re counting them down! Ghana is so amazing! See you soon, much love.
Marcus – Hi Ghana is the best place I have ever been and the food is surprisingly nice here compared to home, missing you parents.