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‘I turned 80 on Valentine’s Day. I spent 25 and a half years as a fireman.’

How are the lungs?

‘Oh, they’re 75-85% there. I try to keep active. The mind is still willing but the body’s not quite there.’

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‘I designed these by myself. I learned how to do this in Tanzania where I’m from. My friend is an artist who likes painting and carving. He showed me how to do it and after some time, I’ve made my own designs. Some people like it. When they buy my jewellery, it inspires me to make more designs. If I make it, I feel happy.’

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Les DSC00687 smallWhat was one of the saddest moments in your life?


‘When my father had an accident a few years ago. He fell off a ladder and hit his head. He passed away about four years ago. He was a very active man and he would have hated being severely disabled.’