Malawi Gallery 1
January 21, 2009
Nkhata Bay, Malawi
Growing Voices, along with Zach Galifianakis, explore the challenges of rural education in Nkhata Bay, Malawi.
"This is the place we stayed one night. Even the mosquitoes were laughing at me." -ZachOne of the many beautiful beaches found in Nkhata Bay at sunset."School kids are always willing to laugh at you. These little kiddos will greet you with the warmest smiles. Most kids in Los Angeles this age greet you with the middle finger and a Miley Cyrus t-shirt." -Zach"The above pot is used to make Nsima, an important food staple in Malawi. It is a food that for what I can tell is used to make the stomach feel more full. Reminds me of grits, seemed to be the go-to food in the area." -ZachChikale Primary School, one of the schools GV hopes to assist by improving educational supplies.A secondary school library that accommodates over 200 students.A ferry coming into Nkhata Bay from the southern ports."This is a photo of a young man fishing. I recall he and his friend kept looking at me and laughing. The landscape is raw and the weather temperamental." -ZachGood friend and Malawian GV Representative, Jomoh Mzembe."These are some of the nice volunteers we met." -Zach"The girl in this picture was amazed by everything. She is so beautiful. I asked her if she wanted a signed headshot and she wasn't amazed." -ZachThe nursery children at Lakeside have no toys or interactive educational tools. Teachers sing songs, play traditional games and recite oral stories.Class just starting at Lakeside Primary.One of the schools GV hopes to help assist in providing books and school supplies.Lakeside school sign.Lakeside teachers – understaffed and underpaid, yet dedicated and passionate to teaching.One of the best places to eat in Nkhata Bay - experience local dishes for a great price.A quiet morning in downtown Nkhata Bay.The amazing Mama Mzembe outside her house in Nkhata Bay.Every Sunday downtown Nkhata Bay is bustling with people buying, selling and trading goods.A misty mountain pass connecting Lilongwe with Nkhata Bay.A butcher bartering his goods in the city of Mzuzu."Inside the schoolhouse there is no electricity, I found this out by trying to recharge my Kindle." -Zach"These are some drawings of the anatomy for the kids to study. Supplies are scarce. Books are needed. I was approached several times by parents in the village begging me for a pencil. A pencil to give to their kids." -ZachA traditional Malawian meal includes Nsima (maize), Usipa (small fish), Offals (liver) and greens.A local woman stands proudly outside her perfectly tended home."The fat guy on the left is me. The other gentleman is Happy. He was the man who showed us around the village. When this picture was taken we were on our way to discuss an issue with a chief. There are social orders that must be attended to. Happy is a great great man. Meanwhile, I look like a giant bearded checkerboard." -Zach
