Tanzania: The secret behind its lack of tribalism

Mwalimu did a lot of good in spite of the difficulties and setbacks. Too many places not only have the problem of tribal rivalries but also clans within broader tribes. Celebrate and emulate one of Tanzania's strengths.

Tanzania: The secret behind its lack of tribalism

Along the Shire River, Malawi

Cleaning Up Stereotypes Of Africa

Radi-Aid | Africa for Norway

 What stereotypes do you need to help eradicate?

Liwonde Elephants

A couple of elephants beside the Liwonde River in Malawi

Female Nyala

A female nyala posing nicely in Kruger National Park

Snake in the Grass

An interesting suggestion as to why LAM and KLM have resumed flights to Zimbabwe.

Snake in the Grass

Zimbabwe: Let This Be a Warning!

Zimbabwe: Let This Be a Warning!

Mugabe should read the signs:
Ceaușescu
Mengistu
Banda
Mubarak
Gaddafi

A Dirty Elephant Drawing

A Time of Hope. A Time of Fear.

A time of hope.  A time of fear.

Zimbabwe Elections

Rusape Landscape

This is a painting we bought on the street in Harare, Zimbabwe.  It's a landscape in the Rusape area.  Zimbabwe is so beautiful.  Makes me homesick.

Sewing Prowess of Zimbabwean Ladies

An example of the sewing prowess of Zimbabwean Ladies

Time in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe has lots of copper. There are many curios made of copper. We have this clock in our living room to remind us of our time in Zimbabwe.

What a Contrast

Mau Mau struggle for recognition at home and abroad

What a difference between Kenya and Zimbabwe.  In Zimbabwe these days even kids born after independence are getting recognition as war vets and being paid by ZANU-PF to wreak havoc in the land.

Banana Leaf Painting

I got this in Nairobi around 1971.  I went to an auction preview with a friend and saw it and fell in love.  I had to be in a meeting and couldn't attend the auction, so asked my friend to bid on it for me.  I could afford a maximum of 35 shillings.  At that time a US$ was worth 7 /, so I had $5 to spend.  I didn't think I had a chance at such a low offer.  To my surprise and delight when I saw my friend after my meeting, he had the painting for me, having secured it for -- 35/!  It is called a banana leaf painting although more bark or skin from the trunk of the banana tree is used than leaf material.  This is the nicest one I've encountered, so I am especially proud of it.

Rhino Painting

This is a painting we got in Lilongwe, Malawi. It's painted on wood. The artistic talent throughout Africa is astounding. Since I can't create, I'll just appreciate. That I can do.

Marondera Wall Hanging

Marondera, Zimbabwe had an institution for training women with skills to be economically self sufficient.  One of the crafts at which they excelled was producing wall hangings and rugs.  This hanging graces the wall of my living room.

Arusha Market Place

Back in the early 10970's I bought this painting on the street in Arusha, Tanzania.  I only got it framed a few weeks ago.  (Framing today cost about 10 times what the original painting cost!)  It now brings beauty and memories as it hangs in my living room.

Just for Fun -- A Comical Look

So Many Things Aren't Talked About Anymore

So Many Things Aren't Talked About Anymore -- Cathy Buckle's Letter from Zimbabwe

Is it because these things are too painful, or because they reveal truths some prefer to remain hidden?

Liwonde National Park Cubed

A cubic look at some creatures on the Shire River near Mvuu Camp in Liwonde National Park, Malawi

Rise and Shine

Animals a-poppin'

The woman who took on Zimbabwe's security men and won

"We never give a bribe because the moment you start giving somebody a bribe today, they expect you to give them a bribe every other time. And, you know, you cannot do business that way." 

The woman who took on Zimbabwe's security men and won

Here Giants Trod

Safari Njema - Hwange

You've seen the cover, now flip through the book. Click the picture below to open the book and thumb through the pages.

Observations of Africa Album Vol. 1

Here is a variation on a book I made for Christmas last year.  Click on the lion to open the book.  For best enjoyment, click the full screen view icon.

Safari Njema

Simba - Tarangire, Tanzania

Kudzai in the Matopos

BBC Presents Zimbabwe Art

Zimbabwe Art as seen by BBC

Time's Running Out

Home from Market

Rise and Fall

Hwange Elephant on Canvas

Tourism Risks

Bungee cord snaps above crocodile-infested waters