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Page 1 of 16 Mpwapwa Handbook Edn 1 Rev 3 August 2018

DIOCESE OF ROCHESTER

MPWAPWA

COMPANION HANDBOOK

Edition 1

Revision 3



Introduction

Mpwapwa Diocese in the central highlands of Tanzania was founded in 1991; whilst the partnership that exists between Rochester and Mpwapwa Dioceses was established in 2005. Since that time the building of a girls secondary school (Queen Esther’s), the Cathedral roof at All Saints, and St Lukes’s health clinic have been supported by Rochester. With many parish, school and community partnerships having been established too, with visits to and from Mpwapwa being made, and projects undertaken. The present bishop, the Most Rev Jacob Chimeledya, was appointed in 2008, for six years he also held down the post of Archbishop of Tanzania – a role he stood down from in February 2018.

Through our various links and friendships, we aim to support and encourage one another in God’s mission, to learn about each other’s history and traditions, to share our spiritual and material resources and to build strong and lasting friendships to advance the Kingdom of God within our dioceses. The links take many forms and are constantly evolving: often relationships that start as friendships have a way of exploding into action! As you share joys, hopes, challenges and struggles with your overseas friends, we pray that you – and they - will be enriched.

It is my privilege to Chair the Mpwapwa Companionship Group (MCG). The MCG currently meets 3 times a year and is a forum for all those with partnerships of some sort in Mpwapwa. We share our partnerships, learn from one another, and develop Good Practice, and pray for our friends in Mpwapwa and support them in their mission.

As Chair of the MPG, I am a member of the Diocese of Rochester’s Companion Diocese Steering Group [CDSG]. This is chaired by Bishop James and, together with the Chairs of our other Diocesan partner groups (Kondoa, Harare and Estonia), Rev David Kitley (Bishop’s Adviser for Partner Diocese Links), Mike Fawcett (Partner Diocese Link Co-ordinator), and Nigel Pope (Treasurer) we meet to take these partnerships forward.

In Mpwapwa, there is a similar Committee that oversees the partnerships. Their Chair is the Most Rev Archbishop Jacob, Lay Chair is Sylvester Chamwela, and the day to day co-ordinator (formerly Rev Captain Agripa Ndatila) is Stephen Ngailo. Mpwapwa Diocese undertakes a lot of work, most of it unseen, to ensure our partnerships work smoothly and we are thankful for their help in ensuring funds are administered with efficiency and accountability, visits are safe and reported in advance to the relevant authorities, and appropriate accommodation, escort and translation can be provided.

We are encouraged at the continuing growth and flourishing of links with Mpwapwa and pray that this will continue. The aim of this Handbook – which has been drawn up in consultation with our friends in Mpwapwa - is to enable your relationship to grow strong and healthy. As you follow the good practice you will benefit from coming under the covering of both Dioceses. The Handbook is not exhaustive, some things may be quite obvious, but I hope you will find it helpful.

Stephen Barbor



Chair, Mpwapwa Partnership Group

Beryl Joyce & Peter Fussey, retired schoolteachers, are supporting Qn Esther’s.



GOOD PRACTICE GUIDELINES STARTING AND DEVELOPING YOUR PARTNERSHIP

1 Rochester Diocese is here to support you as you, your Parish, school or group explore options for a companionship within Mpwapwa Diocese. We use the term “companionship”, but this covers all relationships, links and support for particular projects. The Companion Diocese Link Co-ordinator (currently Mike Fawcett) or the Chair of the Mpwapwa Companion Group [MCG - currently Stephen Barbor] will meet with you, explain how a partnership might work and discuss the many opportunities open to you. It may be possible for you to visit with another team travelling out to see for yourself and meet the villagers/school/parish before making a decision.

2 Should you decide to move this forward, it needs to be understood that any

companionship needs to be sustainable. It is Good Practice therefore, that such a Partnership should have the support of your Vicar, PCC, Mission Committee (if you have one), and congregation or other governing body.

3 We recommend you form a Team (at least 2 people) to oversee the

companionship. They can help in communicating with your new friends, updating your congregation/school etc, perhaps fundraising for a particular project, and generally developing the Partnership, perhaps involving a visit at some stage.

4 Your Partner in Mpwapwa should also form a Team (again, at least two persons)

to be responsible for maintaining the relationship. The person who Chairs this in-country committee must be known and acceptable to the Companionship Committee in Mpwapwa. The team should ideally include someone with English with whom you can speak, text, “whatsapp”, or email from time to time. It is good to exchange regular requests for, and answers to, prayer.

5 Should you wish to include a Tanzanian national in a key role in the companionship

or project (i.e. an agriculturist, medical professional, scout co-ordinator, etc) who is not a resident of Mpwapwa Diocese, a CV with referees must be provided to the Committee in Mpwapwa.

6 You may wish to formalise your companionship in a written document, setting out

the start date, your values and commitments to one another and points of contact. Take time to consider your joint aims and expectations, how you can best explore these with your potential partner, and put in place a time-span at which point these can be reviewed together, and action taken to adjust or re-energise your relationship.

7 Please understand that even if you feel your organisation is not directly connected

to the Diocese of Rochester, as far as our Tanzanian friends are concerned, you come from Rochester and therefore represent Rochester, including Bishop James. Without our Diocesan partnership, you probably would not have yours.



8 As your relationship develops, you may wish to involve your local community such as schools, toddler groups, women’s or men’s groups, Scouts/Guides, medical centres. We encourage this, but it needs to be well managed to ensure that Good Practice is adhered to. A Committee, chaired by a person from your Parish, works well.

9 The person who Chairs your Companionship will be invited to attend the MCG. If

they cannot attend, a representative may attend in their place. 10 Regular updates on your Partnership, including any financial support, and travel

plans should be provided to the MPG. Any issues should be reported as soon as possible to give an opportunity to resolve these quickly.

11 Individuals are most welcome to share their time and expertise with Mpwapwa

Diocese. Please contact the MCG Chair to explore possibilities. You may wish to go short, medium or long term, share your professional skills, or serve in some other way.

12 An annual celebration service of all the Overseas Companionships within the

Diocese takes place annually on a Sunday evening in September, to which you will be invited. This gives an opportunity to meet others in partnerships and celebrate and encourage one another. GOOD PRACTICE: FINANCIAL AND OTHER GIFTS

1 Your relationship may involve giving financial or material support – each Companionship is different and currently range from friendships, visitors sharing their skills, financially supporting a project in a village or church, to supporting a larger programme such as helping children in a community Compassion Project or a Tearfund’s Church & Community Mobilisation Programme where villagers are envisioned and equipped.

2 Please do not raise expectations beyond what you can fulfil! Sometimes asking a question – “How much would it cost to put a roof on the building?” – may imply to your partners that you are thinking of paying for it and want to know how much it will be. Better to ask “How are you planning to ….”.

3 Please do not enter into any arrangement to fund an individual (whether for education, travel, health, housing etc) without first consulting the Committee in Mpwapwa. Should support be agreed, please inform the MCG of the arrangements.

4 Please do not give cash donations to clergy, teachers or others you meet. Support given this way can prove unhelpful: it is not accountable, and can create dependency, and may put the recipient in a difficult position. The Committee in Mpwapwa are always happy to discuss how to best support an individual, when appropriate, including the giving of gratuities.



5 Should you agree to fund a project, ensure you discuss how this will be done with

your Group both here in Rochester and in Mpwapwa. Is this project a priority for your partners – or is it something you suggested? Ensure one person in Mpwapwa is responsible for the project; that estimates and quotes are gained; and invoices kept, together with guarantees for the work/equipment. Work out with that person when your finances will be released here - if it is a sizeable project it may be best to do that in tranches. Ensure you receive a progress report on how your funding has been spent before you arrange for the release of further funds. This ensures all monies are accountable and transparent. You may also wish to consider a time-frame at which point funding will stop, or be re-evaluated - for instance 3 or 5 years.

6 Please send funds to your partner through Mpwapwa Diocese. This ensures there is accountability and their Committee are aware of what is being funded. Rochester Diocese sends monies to Mpwapwa Diocese on a regular basis, sometimes monthly, usually quarterly. Sending ad-hoc small sums can incur disproportionately large bank charges that greatly diminish the gift so we recommend you send through Rochester Diocese. All monies given through Rochester Diocese for forwarding to your partner through Mpwapwa Diocese MUST be accompanied by a Donation Form (see Annex). This needs to be done every time a donation is made to ensure the funds are identified and forwarded efficiently. (Funds that are sent directly to a village or school may well not be as well stewarded, and may even be diverted by the governing authorities.) Nigel Pope, current Partnership Treasurer, is happy to advise.

7 In some circumstances you may wish to send money direct to your friends or partners. Please only do this with the prior agreement of the MCG and Committee in Mpwapwa and inform them, and the MCG, when you are doing this and to whom you are sending the funds. Again, this gives accountability.

8 It is important that should you give a gift – such as a laptop or bicycle – that you make it clear whether you are giving it to the pastor/ headteacher or to the parish/school. This saves any misunderstanding when the person in post moves on. It is good practice also to inform the Mpwapwa Committee of your proposed gift.

9 Please keep the Chair of the MCG (currently Stephen Barbor) and the Committee in Mpwapwa informed of the resources you are sending so they have knowledge of the support being given and received. If an issue arises then we can all work together to resolve it.



GOOD PRACTICE: FOR VISITS

1 Many in the MCG have both arranged visits and travelled out to Mpwapwa on numerous occasions. Between us we have a wealth of experience that we are delighted to share with you. Please ask! Some information notes can be found after this section.

2 We recommend you obtain a good guide to Tanzania to give you geographical,

health and safety, historical, cultural, and helpful insight and advice, including language. We have found the Lonely Planet’s guide to Tanzania very helpful.

3 Please keep the MCG informed of your proposed dates and an outline of your

itinerary as soon as you have them. Before you depart, please send an itinerary and details of your emergency contact numbers to the MCG. This information is not because we wish to control what you are doing, but because amongst us we may have expertise that would be of benefit, and it may be that we need to contact you during your visit.

4 Before agreeing dates and itinerary with your partnership, please liaise with the

Committee in Mpwapwa to enquire whether it is convenient for you to visit. You should email Stephen Ngailo (Co-ordinator), and copy in Archbishop Jacob (Chair of the Partnership Committee in Mpwapwa), and the MCG Chair. Stephen will be able to advise also on travel and local accommodation, or may have other helpful suggestions to make.

5 Gain clarification before you go regarding the arrangements for, and payment of,

your transport, accommodation and meals, and any expenses that may occur whilst there.

6 If accepting transport from a host please offer to cover their costs. Also, if

accepting hospitality from a village or school it is good etiquette to take gifts and/or make a donation towards the costs they have incurred. For a large celebration including sodas and lunch then £30 (Tsh100,000 ) is a good guideline.

7 Please do not invite visitors to UK without first enquiring of the Committee in

Mpwapwa whether such an invitation would have their support. The Committee in Mpwapwa can also support their visa application and help as they settle back to life in Mpwapwa. Expect to pay all their expenses. A UK visa can prove very difficult to obtain.

8 Visitors from Rochester may at times have different approaches to the situations

they meet whilst in Mpwapwa. It should go without saying that all visitors should give helpful Christian witness and example, showing honour to our partners and their values, and seeking to resolve any conflict with humility and respect. Be aware that as a visitor from the UK your words and actions carry much more weight than at home.

9 Be wise with whom you share your personal contact details.



10 As friends or partners, you will learn and receive much – appreciate, and share your testimony with others when you return.

11 Be wise in what gifts you take, how you distribute them, and what their impact

on the local economy might be. Seek the advice of the Mpwapwa Diocese staff. We would strongly recommend the team going out read “When Helping Hurts” by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert. This is an excellent book on mission and gives insight on how best intent can sometimes have a detrimental effect.

12 Dressing Appropriately: As a visitor to the Diocese you are not only

representing your school / church but also the Diocese of Rochester, and a partnership that has been built over the course of 10 years. Dressing appropriately shows respect for the local people and their culture, and enables mutual respect, an important foundation for any relationships you hope to build. For women dressing inappropriately perpetuates negative stereotypes associated with white women and increases the risk of sexual harassment. What is deemed appropriate varies from the village, to the town and to the city. If in doubt dress on the reserved side. What you wear outside of the Diocese is completely up to you (although we hope you would consider still dressing in a manner that is respectful to the Tanzanians). Whilst within the Diocese we would ask that you endeavour to adhere to the following guidelines: In so far as:

Men should wear trousers and women should wear skirts/dresses at least below knee length i.e. it still reaches the centre of the knee when you sit down, or loose trousers.

- Tops and bottoms should always overlap. Please ensure a gap doesn’t appear between the bottom of your top and the top of your skirt/trousers when you bend over.

- No shorts or tight fitting trousers for men or women. - Men should wear a proper t-shirt, polo shirt or shirt, not a tank top – they are

used as underwear.

Women should avoid low cut or strappy/vest tops. Tops can be sleeveless but they should cover the tops of the shoulders and longer tops are preferable.

- Avoid wearing plain, rubber or plastic flip flops, instead wear sandals or flips flops with some decoration Note: Tanzanians use plain flip flops in the bathroom, they wouldn’t wear them out and about!

In a village

- Women should wear a skirt/dress that is mid-calf length or longer. - All tops should have sleeves. - If women are wearing trousers, they should wear a long top that covers their

bottom or a scarf/kanga should be wrapped around. - Women should avoid wearing long hair down, it should be tied up.



In church Tanzanians wear their “Sunday best” to church so please reflect this in the way you dress.

- Women should not wear trousers. - Men should wear a proper, collared shirt and smart trousers; and proper shoes

rather than sandals. 13 On your return, please write a report of your visit and send this to the Chair of

the MCG. This should include who went, how you spent your time, any commitments you entered into, any challenges or conflicts that occurred and whether/how these were resolved, and any advice that may be helpful for others visiting the Diocese, i.e. transport or accommodation.

GENERAL INFORMATION FCO Alerts We recommend the FCO travel advice website: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania. Sign up for email/text updates which are invaluable. “When Helping Hurts” We strongly recommend “When Helping Hurts: Alleviating Poverty without Hurting the Poor … and Ourselves” by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert, an excellent contemporary book on mission. Tearfund Tearfund run an excellent programme called “Church & Community Mobilisation Process” through the Christian Council of Tanzania, which envisions and empowers villagers and equips them to start their own income-generating and community projects to bring about sustainable transformation. Speak to Sylvie & Stephen Barbor for more information as St Stephen’s Tonbridge funds such a programme in Matongoro. Compassion It may be that your partnership has a Compassion project in the vicinity. Compassion run projects centres around the developing world, linked with churches of various denominations, where those sponsored (from womb to university) can have a good meal, access education and healthcare and learn about Jesus. If you obtain the Compassion project code number (TZnnn), then Compassion UK will be able to advise you of children awaiting sponsors in that project. This is a lovely way for your church or community to become involved on an individual basis.



Should you wish to visit a project please contact Compassion UK in advance of travel. https://www.compassionuk.org/about-us/what-we-do/ Compassion will require all visitors to pre-register in the UK, and as part of this service they require a copy of a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate issued within 24 months of the proposed visit for each visitor. School Visits Please note that Tanzanian academic year begins the first week of January and ends in last week of November, divided into two terms with long holidays and short breaks. Furthermore, schools are securely closed to all visitors during the November national exams. For the year 2017 the first term began on the 9th January, with a short break for Easter from April 6th up to 24th, term ends on the 2nd June. This is followed by a long holiday from 3rd June up to 8th July. The second term will begin on the 9th July, with a short break from September 1st up to 18, and it ends on the 5th December, then follows the long holiday until first week of January next year. The National Examinations covers the whole Month of November, in which week one and week two are for the National form 4 Examinations, and week three and four are for National form 2 Examinations. Flights Diversity Travel (0161 235 5400) and Key Travel (0161 819 8900) specialise in mission and charity travel and may be able to quote fares which may have better terms and prices) than can be found on the high street or on websites; for example some tickets can be held for longer periods before payment is made, or may include enhanced baggage allowances. Airline tickets direct from KLM and Kenya Airways can be found on https://www.klm.com/home/gb/en Check your airline cabin baggage and hold allowances, each international airline offers different weights and case allowances! Do consider putting a change of clothes in your cabin bag as occasionally baggage is delayed. As night driving is not recommended in Tanzania, accommodation may be needed on arrival, or on the night before departing. Visas A visa is required (currently £40) for UK passport holders. These should be obtained prior to travel in London through the Tanzanian High Commission. Following recent problems, we recommend you do not rely on getting your Visa on arrival. For ease, we recommend applying for your visa four weeks prior to travel. We travel on a tourist visa, as we are going to visit friends and will not be undertaking work.



In Country Transport It is a good 7 hours drive to Mpwapwa from the coast at Dar es Salaam. Taking a break for lunch, and accounting for heavy traffic, can add a further 1 to 2 hours. There is a reliable bus service from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma (buses will stop for you at Mbande, from where you can pre-arrange to be collected for the drive down to Mpwapwa or Kongwa). We have used Shabiby buses, felt safe, and were very comfortable – but the first loo break is at Morogoro…! Note: Most buses leave from Ubungo bus station in the extreme west of Dar city, a taxi ride away from the airport, with most buses typically departing Dar at 6am. There are some direct buses from Dar to Mpwapwa, which have been used by others without fuss or complication, but I haven’t personally used this service. Takims Safari Co is a good, reliable, company and has been escorting parties from Rochester Diocese for many years. They will probably allocate a 7-seater Toyota Landcruiser that can cope with off-road driving, and a driver-guide with good English. Contact Tehsin ([email protected]) for a quote; they will require payment on their invoice before travel. They can also book and take payment for a safari or beach stay and give advice on options. The Christian Council of Tanzania also run a transport service, known as WAMA, which includes 4x4s and trucks. Contact [email protected]. Accommodation In Mpwapwa town, groups typically used The Ark Hotel ([email protected]), and close by the Chi Chi Hotel. Mpwapwa Diocese favour visitors using The Ark as a local Christian family runs it. Bookings can be made through Stephen Ngailo. You can stay on a half board, or B&B basis with the Diocese organising evening meals. Cost is around £15 pppn. If you are bringing a group and want something more substantial for breakfast than black tea, a chapatti and a boiled egg then do arrange this in advance and arrange a quote for this additional service. Payment can be made in Tanzanian Shillings or $US. Alternatively payment may be made through the Diocese by sending monies out prior to travel. St Philip’s Theological College in Kongwa has guest rooms. Half board is around £10 pppn. Arrange through Rev Canon Agripa Ndatila and pay in TS or US$, or by prior arrangement. Some villages have guesthouses or villagers homes. Do ask for advice. Documents Keep your passport, e-ticket, itinerary, and insurance policy in a safe place. Keep with you a copy of these, along with your UK and Tanzania contacts, as well as emergency numbers.



Money It is currently not possible to obtain Tanzanian Shillings outside Tanzania, however currency can be easily exchanged using £ or US$ at the airport or major towns. US$ are generally accepted in larger towns and hotels. Cash can be obtained through ATMs found in major cities, including Mpwapwa, using a Switch or credit card, but do watch the charges! Ensure you inform you cardholder you are travelling BEFORE you leave UK. Medical Seek qualified medical advice at least 3 months prior to travel on which vaccinations are recommended. You will require anti-malaria tablets. There may be a fee for prescriptions: some medical practices will waive their fee and some pharmacies will give a discount for those on mission trips. Yellow Fever is only needed if you are traveling from an at-risk country (i.e. having stopped over in Kenya) into Tanzania. We recommend you carry with you a broad-based antibiotic – such as “Cipro” – for traveller’s tummy and other conditions; you may find yourself many hours away from a doctor and access to antibiotics! Your GP/clinic can advise. Don’t forget your regular medication and always carry a good first aid kit. Keeping in touch Some places have electricity; some even have Wi-Fi or access to the internet on their computers. Many still don’t. Using the data on your UK mobile SIM can prove very costly. “Whatsapp” is an excellent tool so long as you have Wi-Fi access! Texts are around 50p should you decide to use a UK SIM. If your mobile is unlocked you can purchase a local SIM once in Tanzania: ensure the data, minutes and texts are “bundled for one week or four” so you don’t lose them - bundles provide much better rates too. You will however need separate bundles for in-country, international and data usage. You can typically purchase a cheap Tanzanian mobile and SIM for under £20, but you will need to show your passport and have a photocopy of your passport ID page which they will retain. Consider setting up a blog or using Facebook or similar to keep in touch with family, friends and prayer supporters. It can be helpful to appoint one person in UK who can receive your texts and circulate on behalf of all the team. Insurance It is essential you take out comprehensive travel insurance, ensuring it covers pre-existing medical conditions and emergency evacuation. Wesleyan Insurance has in the past provided highly competitive premiums for those with pre-existing conditions.



Enjoying Tanzania Visitors have enjoyed Mikumi National Park and various hotels on the coast. It is possible to leave Mpwapwa at 8am, arrive at Mikumi National Park (http://www.mikumiwildlifecamp.com/) around 2pm for lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive, have dinner and overnight; and still fit in a 6am dawn game drive, along with a hearty breakfast before leaving by 10am in order to arrive back in Dar es Salaam before it starts to get dark at 6pm. There are hotels on the coast at Dar es Salaam that teams stay at before and/or after their Mpwapwa visit. The Southern Sun Hotel and the Mediterraneo Hotel have had good reports and reasonable prices. The Whitesands is excellent, but is much more expensive. Useful Email addresses: Stephen Barbor - [email protected] Mike Fawcett - [email protected] Nigel Pope - [email protected] Most Revd. Jacob Chimeledya – [email protected] Stephen Ngailo - [email protected] Rev Capt. Agripa Ndatila- [email protected]



Mpwapwa Companion programme contacts:

Project Rochester Partner Mpwapwa Partner Contact in Mpwapwa Town

Companionship Liaison

Stephen & Sylvie Barbor Rochester Partnership Committee [email protected]

1. Stephen Ngailo – Coordinator [email protected]

Mpwapwa CDG WhatsApp co-ordinator

Sylvie Barbor [email protected]

1. Amani Msanjila [email protected]

Tearfund CCMP in Kongwa District

Stephen & Sylvie Barbor St Stephen’s, Tonbridge [email protected]

1. Amani Msanjila [email protected] 1. Erasto Goima

[email protected] Kiboriani Retreat Project

Stephen & Sylvia Barbor [email protected]

1. James Senyegalo [email protected]

St Philips Theological College Christina Parry St Mark’s, Bromley

1. Rev. Can. Agripa Ndatila [email protected] [email protected]

Kibaigwa and Mlala Kongwa District

Charles Cullimore Bidborough Parish & Community [email protected] [email protected]

2. Mr Isaya Mpali [email protected]

St Michael’s Kongwa

Rev Alison Cooper Holy Trinity, Crockham Hill [email protected]

1. Paschal Chisongela [email protected]

2. Agripa Ndatila [email protected]

Msungwi School Rev Steve Varney, St. Marks’, Bromley [email protected] [email protected]

1. Mr Musa Mkunda [email protected]

Qn Esther’s School Mpwapwa District

Ms. Emma Honey Trinity School Belvedere [email protected]

1. Rev. Charles Zaidi [email protected]

2. Ms Bilha Lubangala 3. Mr Sylvester Chamwela

[email protected] Mwanakianga School Mpwapwa

Charlotte Grant Bennett Memorial School [email protected]

1. Mrs Gloria Achiura [email protected]

2. Rev. Charles Mhuva [email protected]

Chitemo & Nyhinila + All Saints Cathedral in Mpwapwa

Tim Birse All Saints, Orpington [email protected]

1. Stephen Ngailoh [email protected]

Chitemo & Nyhinila Mpwapwa District

Rev Canon Yolande Marcussen Seeds4Tanzania [email protected]

1. Stephen Ngailoh [email protected]

Kibakwe Mpwapwa District

Pippa May and Sharon Vanns Hadlow Parish & Scouts [email protected] [email protected]

1. Mr Nelson Nyaombo [email protected]

2. Mr Albert Galahenga [email protected]

New partnership pending Rev Diane Rees [email protected] Gillian Lovatt-Young [email protected]

Pending



DONATION FORM Please provide this form when sending donations to Rochester Diocese

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