Are we speaking the same language?

I think Mwange (MIHV’s Mubende driver) and I are both speaking English, but sometimes it’s hard to tell.

Earlier today I called him and said he did not need to pick me up, I would walk. He arrived a few minutes later.

Then this afternoon, as we arrived at the apartment complex several of the staff live at, we had another meaningful conversation:

Sarah - “How long have you lived here?”

Mwange – “Oh he’s just opening the gate.”

(I look confused.)

Mwange - “Wait what were you asking?”

Sarah – “Oh, I wanted to know how.... long .... you .... have.... lived .... here?”

Mwange – “Ooooooh. About three hours.”