
The other is a typical street scape from the 'CBD' in Kampala. The vehicle in front is a "taxi", a minivan. The Swahili word is 'Matatu', which isn't used in Kampala. You can travel several kilometers for only 40 cents. They operate on reasonably fixed routes, you just flag them down whenever they go past and tap the roof or say 'stage' to get out. Boda-boda's are motorcycle taxi's that are a little more expensive but go wherever you want. The equivalent to an Australian taxi is a "special hire", which are a car that goes wherever you want. Too expensive, although cheaper than Australia by far!
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Wow! It's been great to read your blog, Rob. Good to know a bit of what's been happening.
I've had a good holidays and about to go into 3rd year at Melbourne. Will try to keep you in my prayers!
God bless,
Jordan
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