It is super hot in West Africa. There are no washing machines, so missionaries wash clothes in a bucket, so get good pants that will hold up. Under Armour Golf Pants have been recommended a lot as being durable enough to withstand harsher treatment and they also have moisture wicking properties that help keep them cooler and dryer.
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Tips on Vaccinations like Yellow Fever and Typhoid: The cheapest options mentioned are Costco, GoodRX (request coupon), Walgreens, and County Health Department. You often have to request these vaccines and may have to pay for a travel consult. One helpful tip is to ask your doctor to send in a prescription for the vaccinations — some have had insurance cover the cost that way. Because of taking Doxycycline daily to prevent Malaria, probiotics have been recommended as very helpful for gut health. The Doxy also makes you more susceptible to the sun, so sunscreen is important.
Missionaries really like this brand! It is one of the most recommended. It has 4 way stretch, moisture wicking and dries fast- Perfect for lots of hot and humid climates and every other climate, really. They hold up well and are super easy to take care of.
Pricey, but extremely well-liked and worth the cost to those who get them. Missionaries who have them generally love them and note they hold up for the full two years. Missionaries with bigger quads have said that the Classic Fit ABC pant works great with this body type.
These sandals are extremely popular with elders serving in African and Caribbean missions, where sandals are allowed.
Serve shirts have a ventilation panel in the side of the shirt making them noticeably more breathable. Missionaries serving in hot or humid places absolutely RAVE about this feature. The most popular shirt for hot-climate missions, for sure.