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For designer jeans (or slabs of goat) head to Owino
After my first few days in Kampala, I realized that my hiking boots and quick-dry zip pants weren't helping me blend into smartly dressed Kampala. So a local friend ... read more
21 Sep 2009
by Shaina Shealy
21 Sep 2009
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Obama's helping the American image
Obama’s election was a great first step towards restoring a more favorable opinion of the United States abroad. I was in Gulu, Uganda for the election, which was both ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Get your daily fix of cab accidents
The most notable means of local transportation in Uganda are motorcycle taxis known as boda-bodas. These taxis earned their name from the days when riders ferried travelers throughout the no ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Hip-hop on the rise
Uganda has a growing hip-hop scene. I spent some time shooting in a music recording studio in Gulu called Bushfire Records. My favorite artist on that scene is Smokey Allan ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Be wary of your sudden powers of seduction
I am in a committed relationship so dating was not part of my experience in Uganda. On the basis of previous experience, however, I would urge singles to be conscious ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Try to learn the language
To the fullest extent possible, learn the language. I was deeply alarmed by how few foreigners made any attempt to learn Luo, the local language. I’m not saying that ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Don your finest Eminem t-shirt
Eminem seems to be one of the most popular guys in northern Uganda. If you’ve got a t-shirt with his face on it, you’ll fit right in. Also ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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You can't exonerate without breaking some eggs
In September 2008, I photographed a traditional Acholi reconciliation ceremony for six senior commanders of the Lord’s Resistance Army. The ceremony focused on Opio Makasi, the Senior Operations Commander ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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To watch before you go
I highly recommend War Dance, an Academy Award nominated documentary about northern Uganda. Beyond being an incisive and touching treatise on the issues, the film’s photography is absolutely breathtaking. read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Street food is good food
I survived largely on Rolexes, Uganda’s signature street food. It’s essentially a greasy, two-egg omelet wrapped in thin, fried bread called chapatti. The vendors will make it to ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Just eat it
I must say that much of East African cuisine does not do it for me. With the exception of Zanzibar, where spices are rich and seafood is varied and bountiful ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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BYOBottle
Uganda has a non-negotiable recycling policy on glass bottles. The policy is born of financial rather than environmental concerns but effective just the same. If you go to a store ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Dancing...with a side of danger
Despite its history of extreme danger after dark, Gulu boasts a remarkable nightlife scene. During weekend nights, one can hear music blasting from nightclubs until dawn. There are several bars ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Better to be safe than sorry
Be wise. If you’re spending a lot of time in Internally Displaced Persons camps in northern Uganda, be vigilant. Odds are you’ll be fine but remember that there ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Ride the bus. Feel the fear.
I think that everyone should take the bus a few times. No trip is complete without knowing that fear. read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Be clear, say "no."
I found the concept of saying no to be particularly tricky. In the US, we often dodge the unadulterated “no” with excuses and uncertainty. “Let me see if I’m ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Bring hand sanitizer, leave the hat behind
I could have used more hand sanitizer. I brought a winter hat, which was a total waste. read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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If they don't want to talk, there's a reason
Given northern Uganda’s violent political history, I was surprised to find virtually no serious political discussion. Political inquiries are often met with blank stares and ambiguous statements that trail ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Awkward agnosticism
Most people in northern Uganda are Christians. If you’re agnostic like me and not comfortable discussing it, you may want to pick a denomination to fib about. I was ... read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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Keep it clean
Through the advice of an Acholi friend, I learned only words and phrases that were appropriate to use across all age ranges. I think its useful advice. read more
10 Feb 2009
by Pete Muller
10 Feb 2009
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