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About Kilifi |
Volunteers working on the Mnarani Primary
School Project will be based in Kilifi, a
town approximately one hour north of
Mombasa, made up of Mnarani village and
Kilifi village. Kilifi is located directly
off of the Indian Ocean, and although it is
relatively small compared with the coastal
town of Malindi, has become somewhat of an
expat hideaway and common tourist stop.
While maintaining all the charm of a rural
African town, Kilifi offers a variety of
good restaurants, a couple of nice internet
cafes, and shops that stock all the
essentials. Its central location on the
coast also affords volunteers the
opportunity to visit several destinations
spots on weekends. Mombasa, Gede Ruins,
Malindi and Watamu are all less than an hour
away, and transport is simple and
affordable.
Kilifi is a small town, and is therefore
relatively safe. Standard precautions should
be taken against petty theft, but incidents
are few and far between. As like many
western small towns, you will quickly get to
know your favorite newspaper or fruit vendor
by name, and enjoy all the benefits of a
closely knit community.
Volunteers working in Kilifi will be placed
in a homestay for the duration of their
volunteership. Room and board are provided,
and volunteers are guaranteed their own room
and running water facilities. |
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