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Karibuni Tanzania 2020!

Jan 09 2020

After a long journey, the students have finally arrived safely in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.  Now begins the long process of jet-lag recovery, acclimating to the heat and humidity, and adapting to all of the sounds, smells, tastes, and feels of a brand-new (to them) culture.

For now, they will retreat to their lodging and (hopefully) get some much-needed rest.

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