Early evening here and its been a restful, rewarding day. I visited the local hospital and met a young lady again (last time in Dar Airport while we chatted the early hours waiting for sun up) from Shrewsbury. She is hoping to be a doctor and has volunteered here for a month.
She seemed happy some 10 days later and is at present helping in the maternity ward. Says that the staff are on the whole good and make do the best they can. However one lady in labour had been screaming but no one came to her aid which was disturbing. Apparently still born  , so mystery as to what the cause was i.e. neglect, or maybe they new the baby had died before birth and had other priorities. Dramatic.
I am at Neema cafe above the craft store downstairs. It is well known for its art which is made by disabled people and the staff here are deaf and occasionally quite noisy when joking. Started by an Anglican pastor some years ago, it seems well known and thrives as a non profit entity.
Also managed to get some water purifying solution, some panadol and tablets in case of a runny tummy which I am glad not to report. All above as insurance for the road ahead and at below a pound for all 3, a steal and congratulations to myself for not stocking up back home at greatly inflated rip off Britain prices.
Also bought a paw paw , two oranges and some tomatoes for about the same price.
So paw paw for pudding tonight as its way to heavy to carry. Hope I can share it around.
Looking at the map, the next town of size seems to be about 90km away, an easy run if I get an early start.
Seems I was right about the war ry position of thus place says wiki, late 1800s found the Germans creating a fort to defend against a native tribe which subsequently made it theirs.
Until next time. From Iringa.
Simon.