Taken from Funke in Tanzania monthly newsletter

Albert Nshimba

A Loss in Our Lives

Two months ago, we mentioned that Albert, a math and business teacher at our school,had been attacked by thieves seeking his laptop. They drugged him and poured something corrosive down his throat. He was found almost two days later. Our school driver used our car to drive him to the hospital in Mwanza, and the last time we saw him, the doctors were expecting a full recovery. However, he suffered complications and was later transferred to a hospital in Dar Es Salaam. He underwent surgery on his trachea and was waiting for surgery on his stomach. Some of the teachers were planning a trip to visit him when we learned that he had passed away. He was only 30 years old and completely dedicated to his students, often tutoring during evenings and on weekends and holidays. However, according to his sister, he was ready. Before he died, he said that he felt God was calling him, and he wanted to “cheza na Yesu” (dance/play with Jesus). His funeral was held on September 6 in Mwadui, and the next day Eric drove many friends to Nzega (2.5 hours away) for his burial. We are heartbroken to lose our friend and colleague, and yet we are encouraged that one day we will be reunited. If you would like to see more pictures, click here.