Day 156… Friday 25th August
A 7 hour drive to Lusaka today. The plan was to split the drive time over 2 days but these long days of driving seem to be a regular occurrence. Set off early and purchased 2 metal red warning triangles from a roadside stall. Apparently, the plastic ones do not meet the legal requirements in Zambia and given the anticipated police stops, it was not worth the risk of a hefty fine. Having travelled this road in 2013, the ‘road rehabilitation works’ were evident and there was a smooth tar road for most of the way. Stopped for lunch at Coffeeberry café recommended by Ron. A little green oasis along a hot dusty route. Traffic in Lusaka terrible – traffic lights were not working and traffic police were directing amongst the fumes and heat. It took an hour to cover 3 miles. Staying in a nice modern hotel for 4 days 😊