Rutinda: Lake Bunyonyi’s Capital of Dugouts & Drinks
Lake Bunyonyi has a mini capital, and trust us, you won’t miss it! Rutinda — named after murutindo, which means “bridge” — is your springboard…
Naughty Beer of the Volcano Gods
“It tastes like wine!” has been the funniest remark from our guests when we’ve introduced them to the famous beer of the Virungas. This very…
[Link] The Speed Trap of Boda Bodas/Motos
If you believe that you are safer because you’ve ordered your motorcycle taxi through an app, think twice. Yes, the risk of harm from the…
Explosive No More: The Congo Nile Trail’s Clean Energy Stop
Do you know that Lake Kivu, right on the Congo Nile Trail route, holds a powerful secret? Beneath the lake’s tranquil surface lies one of…
[Link] History of Glory & Dignity
How do you, 100 years later, help Africa write its history of glory and dignity? Lumumba’s life was eventually cut short — he was killed…
The Quiet Revolution Under the Rusty Tin Roof
Our pupils had never seen mushrooms so massive! All because of the most hands-dirty Wheeling2help project ever … This big-hearted bunch of volunteers from Cyprus…
Smaller Twins Are Handsome Too
Three pretty sets of twin lakes can be found nestled on the Rwandan and Ugandan side of the Virungas, and we usually spin tales about…
How Safe Is the Congo Nile Trail in 2025?
In recent months there have been concerns about security in the area around Lake Kivu. News from DR Congo has cast a shadow over what…
Missed These? Our Top 3 Posts So Far
3 fabulous territories, 2 short months, 1 astonishing region … What’s made our Top 3 moments so far? After two months of reporting across three…
Lift the “Pygmies” Up, Don’t Knock Them Down!
Look who’s back at Edirisa on Lake Bunyonyi! The Wheeling2help volunteer crew have returned. Two of their teams helped us whip up the Batwa Feast…