Wadda Life

Wadda Life captures Derek Massey’s journey through diverse cultures, risks, and remarkable experiences in a continent that quickly became home.

Derek Massey arrived in Dar es Salaam with little money, no local knowledge, and no idea of the challenges he’d face under Africa's intense sun. A young Englishman, he'd never ventured beyond Switzerland before taking a job in Tanzania's hides and skins department, marking the start of a 50-year career across Africa and Asia.

In a pre-GPS, pre-cell phone era, Africa's vast landscapes were unpredictable and often dangerous. Breaking down or getting lost could leave one stranded for days, facing threats from wildlife and harsh conditions.

Wadda Life captures Derek’s journey through diverse cultures, risks, and remarkable experiences in a continent that quickly became home.

UK Delivery:

• Free delivery on all orders of £10 or more.
• £1.49 delivery fee on orders below £10.
• UK orders are shipped via Royal Mail 2nd Class.

International Delivery:

• Flat rate delivery charges vary by country.

Dispatch and Delivery Times:

• All orders are shipped from our warehouse in Northampton, UK within 48 hours of receipt during working hours.
• UK mainland orders typically arrive within 3-5 working days via Royal Mail 2nd Class.
• International estimated delivery times:
• Europe & Channel Islands: 7 to 10 working days
• USA: 7 to 15 working days
• Rest of the World: 9 to 21 working days

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