Author Archives: marerobster

I hope to be on internet tonight. The system is down at the moment. I use an air card for my laptop. Zambia introduced the air card several years ago, before anyone in Canada was talking about it. In many … Continue reading →

Yesterday we visited a young farm couple from Schleitheim. Someone had told me they bought a cattle farm in Canada. I was interested to know why someone would do that when my neighbours in Westlock, Alta., are liquidating their cattle … Continue reading →

Yesterday, Robert’s sister Elsbeth brought us six packs of Artemisia tea leaves (40 grams each), for malaria prevention. Malaria, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, is endemic in Zambia. Visitors should take medication for its prevention, especially in the rainy season. … Continue reading →