Wetskills-Tanzania 2026 – Blog 7 –
From Mount Meru Inn to Chemka Hot Springs – Today was a wonderful combination of professional development, teamwork and adventure. While we were still at Mount Meru Inn, we spent time working collaboratively on our case study, sharing ideas and discussing possible solutions to the water-related cases assigned to our team. We also had a one-on-one feedback session with our supervisor which gave us an opportunity to reflect on our progress and identify areas that needed improvement and gain guidance on how to strengthen our proposed solution. This experience reminded me that teamwork is not only about pitching your own ideas but also about listening to others, learning from constructive feedback and pulling together in the same direction.
After a productive working session, we then travelled to Chemka Hot Springs for an exciting and refreshing experience. From the moment we arrived we were welcomed by the warmth and friendliness of the local people which made us to feel comfortable and at home. One thing that stood out to me was how often we heard the phrase “Hakuna Matata,” meaning “no worries.” It was lovely to experience this positive and welcoming spirit, which made our time there even more memorable.
As I interacted with the local people, I found myself reflecting on the lessons Craig had shared with us during our cultural awareness training. I began to appreciate how important it is to approach different cultures with an open mind, respect people’s ways of life and recognise the value of learning from people whose backgrounds and experiences differ from our own. The warmth we received at Chemka Hot Springs brought those lessons to life. It reminded me that cultural awareness is not simply something we discuss during training; it is something we practise through our interactions, our willingness to listen and the respect we show to others. Sometimes, the most meaningful lessons are those we experience for ourselves.
One of the highlights of the visit was swimming in the beautiful turquoise waters of Chemka Hot Springs. We also had the opportunity to climb onto a raft that was guided around the spring, allowing us to explore and see the deeper parts of the water. This was a unique experience that gave us a different perspective of the spring and added a little adventure to our day. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the area we enjoyed ourselves, shared laughter and created wonderful memories with fellow participants.
The Wetskills experience is about much more than developing innovative solutions to water challenges. It is also about building meaningful connections, embracing different cultures, appreciating the kindness of others and making memories beyond the working environment.
It was truly a day of teamwork, cultural appreciation, adventure and unforgettable memories in Tanzania.
