OBJECTIVE: To use our problem solving skills and risk management and assessment guidelines to reach Ntshidi Middle School to deliver resources, training and a grant to staff and children.
We set off early for Ntshidi and picked up MKGP members Tandi and Spumzi from Magoge, a local village on the way. Leonie had her initiation into driving in Africa and after a few gear grinds and bunny hops we headed out of town. The high road to the Wild West lay ahead and Leonie expertly manoeuvred around the straying cows, donkeys and pot holes through out the slow journey to Ntshidi.
We finally hit the unsealed section of the road and the anticipation and excitement was building as we were nearly at our destination. As we hit the track the driving conditions became very difficult as recent heavy rains had created havoc on the road. Boss Lady Driver Number One (alias Catrina) took over much to Leonie's relief and we carried on down the road. It became apparent however, after only 100m that the road was getting worse so self-proclaimed 'Bog Expert' Driver Number Two (alias Tonia) took the helm. Tonia's time at the wheel was short-lived as she realised that even with her bog driving experience the the sodden quagmire that lay ahead could only be conquered by a Leyland Brother or two.
We pulled over and contemplated our first dilemma 'Plan A'. How on earth were we going to get to Ntshidi??
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