We stayed at the YMCA for the duration of our time in the city. The Y was located walking distance from the centre of town in a mostly residential area. The rooms were reasonably comfortable, however, the water and electrical supply was touch and go. Air conditioning was a single electric fan in the room which we ran continuously when the power was on. Fortunately, when the mainline power would periodically go out, a gas generator was used as backup. For reasons unknown, we went without water for two days at the end of our stay. This was not so pleasant as we were unable to shower and cool off in the 30 plus degree temperature. Tammy was given a bucket of water to use for cleaning.
Dinners at the Y were fabulous. We would order our meals in advance and the cook would shop for fresh produce at the local market. We ate traditional African dishes of rice, beans and casava leaves. Various fruits was almost always on the menu including Bananas, Oranges, Papaya and Plantains. Mangoes were out of season. On occasion we ordered meat dishes including fish or chicken.
The first image below is a picture taken looking north from the 1st floor balcony of the Y. The second picture is a street view from the front of the Y looking south.
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