One of many tire repair shops in the cities is at Twifo-Praso in the central region of Ghana, some 25 miles from our school. This relatively short distance takes more than an hour due to the numerous potholes.
CHALLENGES
OH-OH FLAT TIRE, NOT GOOD NEWS
Vehicle Number 2 (Blue) also broke down today
This is the second school van I purchased, as the student population has increased steadily. One of the vehicles developed engine trouble on this fateful day, and the other had one of its tires punctured. It took waking me up at 4 a.m. to send money to fix both vehicles, which implied furnishing funds to make alternative transportation arrangements. Retirement is already hard, but my determination to ensure the success of the schools outweighs the minor financial discomfort I experience in the USA.
Vehicle number one (White Van)
This is the first school van I purchased. Fairly reliable and rarely breaks down. We lose tires periodically due to bad road conditions. Fuel costs and engine oil changes could be very expensive. Both vehicles were purchased in Accra, the capital of Ghana, and driven to the village some 6+ hours driving time.
Our school van is undergoing an 'X-ray' examination of the engine. It developed engine troubles, almost gave up the ghost, and needed resuscitation. Alternative arrangements tend to be more expensive, so we do all we can to repair both vans (the blue and white).
Serious Engine Repair
Just purchased a spare part.
Buying Spare Parts is very expensive, but if we do not want the kiddos to walk the footpaths to and from school, we need to repair every breakdown.
Engine Repair. Once the road gets tarred, we shall have fewer such problems.
This is even merciful because it is not raining. Seeing a moistened, oversoaked, flat carpet evokes pity.
The vehicle is here because it needs extensive bodywork.
The vehicle is here because it needs extensive bodyworks.
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