Anecdotes in Africa (3)

Africa is close to the equatorial line, and it feels like the sun is overhead. The sky is particularly bright and dazzling. You'd better wear sunglasses if you can.

The average annual temperature in Ghana is 26-29 degrees Celsius, regardless of spring, summer, autumn and winter, only rainy season and dry season; The rainy season is May-65438+10, and the dry season is June-April.

Apart from the difference in rainfall, there are other differences between the two seasons:

In the rainy season, the sun is in the north, plants grow vigorously and there are many mosquitoes; In the dry season, the sun is in the south, and the leaves of plants and trees look yellow and withered.

Ghana is located on the north bank of the Gulf of Guinea and has a maritime climate. However, there is the largest "Sahara Desert" in the world to the north, and it is also affected by the blowing continental air mass.

It is estimated that there are dry season and rainy season, which are also influenced by two different climates in the north and south.

Accra is at the southernmost tip of Ghana, close to the sea, with large temperature difference between day and night and rainy days.

The clothes of ordinary local blacks are quite simple, and men and women generally wear shorts, short skirts and sandals and slippers; Many migrant workers don't even rent houses. Most of the simple huts built by so many civilians by the river are for shelter from the rain.

It can be seen that there are not many resources necessary for black people to live, which also develops their lazy character.

In their eyes, I am a white man. Of course, I have to be polite. I wear trousers and a short-sleeved shirt. I wear socks and leather shoes to work. The boss also asked us to shave every day.

In more formal houses in the local area, the walls are generally frosted glass, just like shutters, one by one, probably for ventilation convenience.

The same is true around my dormitory, which can be opened or closed as needed, but the sound insulation effect is not good; So the air conditioner is always on, otherwise you can't stay in the house.

It's okay during the day, but at night, I'm most worried about mosquitoes. If one or two people come in, it will be enough to take a break from the busy work.

Don't underestimate mosquitoes in Africa. They are fierce, even bigger. It is said that they can infect many endemic diseases. But black people don't seem to hate and fear mosquitoes.

I often chat with the doorman at the door at night. In order to avoid mosquito bites, I sprayed some mosquito repellent before coming out, but my feet kept moving back and forth and my hands kept fanning.

The foundation of the guard room is more than one meter above the ground. Black guards usually sit on the steps, wearing long-sleeved shirts and trousers, and only their faces are exposed. He doesn't flap back and forth like me when mosquitoes are around him. Instead, wait for the mosquito to lie on his face, pat it gently with his hand, rub his palm slightly, then pinch the mosquito with his fingers, put it directly into his mouth, and his teeth will be eaten in one bite.

I've heard of black people catching mosquitoes and killing them, squashing them, frying them or frying them.

I didn't expect him to eat it raw. I asked, is it delicious? He said, "It smells good!"

It sounds like a joke, but it's true; Like him, he kept catching mosquitoes and didn't know how much he ate one night; I don't care whether it's an example or whether black people will do it. I think he is nothing special except rough skin and hairy hair.

There are ventilation holes under the eaves of several factories. Mosquitoes are afraid of wind and rain, and the roof of the house is also a good place for them to gather. Mosquitoes can be seen flying out of the eaves in droves at dark and coming back in droves at dawn.

In my office, sometimes I forget to turn off the fan, and I can see the black beard under it in the morning.

Strangely, no matter how careful you are, there are always several mosquitoes in the dormitory every night; At first, I spent a lot of time fighting mosquitoes, and gradually I came up with a way to deal with mosquitoes:

Turn off the lights first, cover your body, show your face, and wait for mosquitoes to come; Don't move when you hear the sound. When lying on your face, hit with your hands. If you can hit it better, it doesn't matter if you miss it. Then turn on the light. When mosquitoes are suddenly frightened, they will find a place to lie down nearby. When stimulated by light, they will not see or run around. It's easy to find out for a while, and you can shoot to death with a fly swatter.

I have been using this method until now, and it is very effective. Readers may wish to have a try.

(To be continued)