The magic of Ilha de Mozambique
After a few days wandering around Maputo (and visiting Ministries as part of my work assignement there), I flew to Nampula, the main city in the north of the country … Continue reading
November 29, 2013 · 1 Comment
Interlude in Zanzibar
We have all heard of Zanzibar, the Indian Ocean island off the coast of Tanzania, famous for its abundance of spices, beautifully preserved beaches, and history as a crossroad of … Continue reading
October 1, 2013 · 3 Comments
The largest market in Africa
I had heard a lot about Merkato, the biggest open-air market in Addis Ababa and Africa. Many stories circulate about it; it is known for being a stronghold for pickpockets, … Continue reading
September 21, 2011 · 2 Comments
Salambo in Addis 