On our way to primary school Koileki, 2000m high at the slopes of Pico do Ramalau, in the sub-district Atsabe, Ermera, East Timor.
Many thanks go to the Bakhita Center, who helped with logistics and transportation for our distribution in Ermera district, Timor Leste.
But even with 4x4 vehicles it was not easy getting there.
You cant see it because of the vegetaition, but the slope drops straigt down for 100 meters or more
Unfortunately, one of the vehicles got off the road but luckily got stuck hard against a large stone before slipping down the ravine.
We where lucky that help came up from Atsabe.with heavy chain hoists.
A local farmer who happened bye. I think we were the most exciting thing to happen in that area all month.
Brother Juliano joins the road building team. The road we followed was more for pack animals than motor vehicles. Several times we were forced to stop and widen the path.
In one spot villagers turned out to help widen the track so our cehicle could pass. Since we were providing supplies for their childrens school they were happy to help.
It took several hours but we managed to get the 4x4 back on the road.
Historic Vessel Vega
· 14 August 2016 ·
In some places there was no road so we followed instructions from our guide.
At last we arrived to the outskirts of Koileki. This house is typical of the area.
Surrounded by spectacular high mountain scenery
Late but we arrived. The school is with gouvernment funding newly build but lacking any equipment.
Villagers turned out to welcome us with music and traditional dancing.
The welcome we recieved was heart warming.
Simon and Emily were kitted out in the local fashion.
Teacher bags, fill with all the small things a teacher needs, thanks to Australian International School Singapore.
Teaching aids
Sports equipment is also important.
Science teaching aids
We also had several Music instruments which pleased everyone.
The guitar is almost as big as he is.
Senora Marcelina finaly received the much needed type maschine she has been praying for
While school supplies created a stir reading glasses for the elderly were changing lives. Now this woman can see to help sort coffe beans and do other useful things in the village.
Historic Vessel Vega and Unidade Polisia Maritima (UPM), For someone who is loosing their eyesight these glasses are life changing
Solarlamps for a area where there will be no regular electricity in the near future.
Celebration Dinner. Our team spent the night.
The Ggood food after a hard day was very welcome.
At last our team could have a much needed rest. It was cold high up in the mountains so blankets and shawls emerged.
Nightly traditional dancing with the community and after we spend the night in the classrooms sleeping on the floor.
