Comments on: At TEDGlobal 2007 – Tanzania

By: Nii Simmonds

Nii Simmonds — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 02:28:16 +0000

Awesome pictures. Especially the one with Osiakwan with his hat.

Nii Simmonds

By: Gillian

Gillian — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:41:20 +0000

Hey, I’m glad the school is doing that. They’ve had TED in their sights since January!

I figure that Gemma will come to be recognised as one of the most influential people in Tanzania. It’s a pity TED didn’t give her a spot to share the vision. Success stories need all the advocates they can find.

By: Lola

Lola — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 14:33:14 +0000

Thanks very much for the compliment…

Yes, Dave is a great guy, and I’m sure you all in Tanzania must be vibing well with each other and sharing your thoughts, ideas and visions. My idea of heaven! Make the most of it!

Looking forward to hearing more about TED Global..

By: HASH

HASH — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 14:28:48 +0000

Lola, Dave is an awesome guy! Man, what a privelage to meet guys like Dave in person…

Thanks for leaving your comment too, it has allowed me to find another outstanding African blog.

By: HASH

HASH — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 14:26:58 +0000

Hi Gillian. I noticed the signs for the School of St. Jude. In fact, they’re building a large one right next door to the main conference hotel. I think I might check it out now! 🙂

By: Lola

Lola — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 13:04:45 +0000

Brilliant… I’m so glad you guys are out there (Dave McQueen is a friend of mine), and I’m really looking forward to hearing about the rest of the conference. I so wish I was there too – maybe another year! All best and I’ll keep checking back for the updates…

By: Gillian

Gillian — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 23:40:16 +0000

I hope you guys get the time to check out the amazing School of St Jude in Arusha. Started in 2002 by Gemma Sisia, a passionate Australian married to a Tanzanian, the school now educates 870 kids and a second campus is being built.

Gemma has the vision, determination, and talent to built a network of excellent schools in East Africa. I think this may well be the best development project in Africa.

If you can’t make it to the school, check out my blog…. http://www.schoolstjude.blogspot.com

Gillian