Nandi Schools project

16/10/2026

Eli one of our first sponsors returned to the school to tell others about his journey to self employment. Another life the project has truly helped.

❤️🏍️ WHAT A LOVELY DAY AT KIPSAMOITE ADVENTIST! 🎓✨

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting Kipsamoite Adventist, where they were celebrating a graduation. I was riding a customer on my motorbike, and it was such a wonderful experience!

The best part was seeing how happy the students were to see me with my motorbike. Their smiles, excitement, and warm welcome truly touched my heart. I was equally happy to meet them, share those special moments, and create beautiful memories together. 🥰

Sometimes, the greatest happiness comes from the simplest moments and the people we meet along the way. Yesterday reminded me that my EliGo journey is not just about business, rides, and deliveries — it's also about connecting with people and spreading joy.

Thank you, Kipsamoite Adventist, for making my day special! 🙏❤️

🏍️ EliGo — Your Ride, Your Delivery, My Commitment.

11/09/2026

Sometimes a simple handwritten note reminds us exactly why we started the Nandi School Project.

Today I received this lovely letter from Ivone Jepkorir, thanking me and the Project for helping her with her education. But the real thanks belongs to Yvonne Doolan, who has sponsored Ivone for the past few years and quietly helped give her the opportunity to continue her schooling. Yvonne has been through an incredibly difficult time personally, so I particularly wanted her to see that her kindness continues to make a very real difference.

Not every sponsor will receive a letter directly from their child, but I hope this shows just how much your support means. Behind every sponsorship is a child who knows that somebody cares about their future. That connection, even across thousands of miles, is what makes all the work worthwhile.

06/09/2026

Eli Kipkurui is up and running with his boda boda business (motorbike courier for parcels and people) if you can help him with referrals that would be great.

It’s been a frustrating 7 months for Eli who has had to wait this long before he received his government ID!

Eli was a product and very first sponsored pupil at the Nandi School Project who was sponsored by Darren Orr Darren I hope this makes you proud you contribution to Eli’s education made such an impact giving him the tools to build a better life.

Eli’s business will be centred around Eldoret so all our friends please like his page and call him when you need someone reliable.

EliGo 🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️

Like his page here https://www.facebook.com/share/19mquuwHss/?mibextid=wwXIfr

04/09/2026

A last minute “Rat attack” won’t spoil the day!!

As ever in Kenya, things don’t always go entirely according to plan! Disaster has struck our newly purchased printer. A rat managed to get inside and chew through some of the wiring! So before the printer has really had a chance to earn its keep, we already have our first repair job

Regardless we are delighted to see our new ICT Hub at Kipsamoite Adventist School coming to life, creating opportunities for both the children and the wider community.

Today is the official launch.

Firstly the Computer Coupe will provide FREE ICT lessons for our school children, while members of the local community will be able to pay for courses covering computer skills, Microsoft Office, internet use and the exciting new world of AI. The income generated will help towards making the facility sustainable.

Then our Library will give children somewhere to read, study and discover new books. In time, we hope to expand it into a useful reference library for the whole community.

Also our Shop will stock stationery and everyday educational supplies, again helping to generate a little income to support the project.

Rat aside, we’re incredibly proud of what is being created here. Our aim isn’t simply to provide equipment, but to create opportunities, teach skills and build facilities that can eventually help support themselves.

A huge thanks to Linda Coope who purchased all the computers for this amazing piece of infrastructure. And of course to all of you who have donated regularly to help make the school what it is today.

05/08/2026

Another exciting milestone for the Nandi School Project!

After overcoming a number of challenges, Denis has finally completed the installation of the computers in our new library and computer centre. We are now putting the finishing touches in place and will soon be opening our doors to our first customers.

This project is a key part of our long-term vision to make the school more self-sufficient. Every shilling of profit generated will be reinvested directly back into the school, helping to support its running costs and ensuring the project can continue to grow for many years to come.

Once everything is fully operational, we’ll be launching a major marketing campaign to schools throughout the local area. They’ll be able to use our printing, photocopying and computer services without having to make the 45-minute journey to Kapsabet, receiving exactly the same service much closer to home.

As well as creating an income for the school, this enterprise will give our staff and young people the opportunity to learn valuable business, customer service and IT skills, helping them gain real experience in running a successful business.

A very special thank you goes to Linda Coupe, whose incredible generosity funded all of the computers for this project. We’d also like to thank everyone who has contributed through donations, sponsorship and fundraising. Every contribution, large or small, has helped turn this vision into reality.

This is another fantastic example of what can be achieved when people from different parts of the world come together with a shared purpose. We can’t wait to see this business flourish and become another sustainable success story for the Nandi School Project.

Thank you all for believing in what we’re building together.

29/07/2026

As another school term comes to an end, Petra and I would like to wish all the children at Kipsamoite Adventist Primary and Junior Secondary School a very happy and restful holiday.

Congratulations on all your hard work and achievements this term. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Enjoy spending time with your families and friends, have lots of fun, and come back refreshed, healthy, and ready for another exciting term of learning.

A huge thank you also goes to all the teachers and the Nandi School Project team for your dedication, care, and commitment. Your hard work is helping to shape the future of these wonderful children every single day.

Finally, to our amazing sponsors, thank you for your unwavering commitment and generosity over the years. Your kindness has transformed the lives of so many young children, giving them hope, opportunities, an education, and a brighter, happier future. Quite simply, none of this would be possible without you.

Have a fantastic holiday everyone. We look forward to welcoming you all back next term.

With our sincere thanks and best wishes,

Duncan & Petra
Nandi School Project

12/07/2026

Another little life changed, and this one has a very happy ending and can see it by the smile on her face 😁

Some time ago, we were introduced to a desperate mother, Celestine Jeptanui, whose three year old daughter, Marion Jepchumba, was facing the heartbreaking prospect of losing the sight in one eye. The family had already managed to pay for one operation but had no means of funding the treatment she still desperately needed.

We reached out to Becky Nightingale, founder of ⁠Dreamland Mission, to ask if she could help.

I’m delighted to say that Dreamland Mission generously funded Marion’s operation, while the Nandi School Project covered the family’s travel and other associated costs.

As you can see from the photo, the operation was a complete success. Marion is now a happy little girl with full sight in both eyes. Seeing that smile makes every bit of effort worthwhile.

This is another wonderful example of what can be achieved when charities work together. A huge thank you to and everyone Mission for giving Marion the precious gift of sight. Together, we’ve helped change the course of one little girl’s life forever.

13/06/2026

Croatia Part Two 🇭🇷

We rolled into Camp Dido on a blustery day. Although through a rain splattered windscreen it looked suspiciously like Camp D***o. I was tempted to get the marker pen out and add an extra L. I’m getting naughty in my old age.

A 20 km bike ride to Zadar left us starving, so we headed to the village taverna where a giant meat feast arrived. It was nearly as hard work as the bike ride, but we polished off every last scrap.

We then moved on to Sunset Camping near Primošten before heading towards Split to meet Liam and Amber arriving from Canada. A stroll through the ancient alleyways of Trogir rounded things off nicely. Croatia continues to deliver.

12/06/2026

Our European Adventure 2026 by the Numbers

As we crossed back into Germany after nearly three months (82. Days) on the road, I thought it would be interesting to look at the figures behind the adventure. Numbers never tell the whole story, but they do give a glimpse into what life on the road really costs.

Distance travelled

* 6,075 miles (9,781 km)
* 82 days on the road
* 18 countries visited

Total spend

* £9,566.08 spent in total
* £6,641.01 actual travel and living costs once major vehicle upgrades and repairs are removed
* Average daily spend: £80.99
* Average daily living cost excluding fuel, tolls and vehicle expenses: just £43.75 per day for both of us

Fuel

* £1,969.03 spent on diesel
* Average fuel cost: 32p per mile 20p per Km
* Average fuel spend: £24.01 per day

Accommodation

* £869.34 spent on campsites and accommodation
* Average of just £10.60 per day
* Average campsite cost: £13.42 per night

Cash spending

* £1,422.49 withdrawn and spent as cash during the trip

The painful bits
The motorhome decided it wanted a few treats along the way:

* Leaf spring repair: £1,075
* New lithium battery and gas system: £900+
* Battery charger replacement: £506
* Ferry booking issue: £356
* Various electrical upgrades and repairs taking vehicle related costs to almost £3,000

The Real Story

When people ask if travelling Europe in a motorhome is expensive, the answer is both yes and no.

If you include all the upgrades, repairs and improvements, it soon adds up. But if you strip those out and just look at the day to day cost of living, Petra and I have travelled through 18 countries for less than many people spend staying at home.

We’ve parked beside Norwegian fjords, watched otters on the Vistula in Poland, climbed mountains in Slovakia, sat beside turquoise rivers in Bosnia, wandered ancient streets in Croatia and Slovenia, and met some remarkable people along the way.

The biggest surprise?

After 6,075 miles, dozens of border crossings, countless b**rs, schnitzels, sausages, pork roasts and supermarket raids, our actual day to day living costs worked out at less than £44 a day between us.

Not bad for a retirement project that was supposed to be a little holiday.

And we’re not finished yet!

07/06/2026

Country No 15 Bosnia & Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to surprise us. A chance meeting over a b**r with a retired criminal investigator in Banja Luka led us to a giant of a man called Jove, who served up some of the finest roast pork and lamb we’ve tasted on our travels. For about a tenner, we left with enough food to feed a family and a big thumbs up for the Nandi School Project.

Following the detective’s advice, we headed on to Bihać, although a couple of extra hours spent talking and eating at Jove’s place meant our schedule was well and truly abandoned. No regrets there.

That evening we parked beside a crystal clear turquoise river so inviting you wanted to throw your clothes in one direction and yourself in the other. Just as we settled in, a huge storm rolled down the valley and treated us to a couple of hours of thunder, lightning and torrential rain. By morning the river was calm again, the sun was shining, and Bosnia had somehow become even more beautiful.