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Tourism and politics

On the 9th of April 2013, Kenya got a new president. There was an air of expectation and excitement about the inauguration of Kenya’s fourth president. I...
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Weekend music mix [6]

This week saw the inauguration of the Uhuru Kenyatta, the first president to be elected in Kenya under the new constitution. He also happens to be the youngest ...
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I am not my name

My name is Amondi Agutu. What’s in a name? Why do folks raise their brows when I introduce myself as Amondi Agutu? Why do they wait expectantly for the...
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Marriage is No Holiday

Weka Condom Mpangoni ad There has been an uproar concerning a certain condom advert. Those against it claim it spreads immorality in the society, while thos...
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Weekend music mix [4]

This weekend's mix has come a bit late. But better late than never. Right? :-). I've decided to take the mellow-Kenyan music route. Enjoy. Manjeru - Lalalal...
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Weekend music mix [3]

There was some pretty awesome Kenyan music that was created in the 60's, 70's and 80's that most young people today don't know about. We generally tend to not c...
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Losing a loved one

I know how mama looks at the basket she used to carry food to her sister in hospital. She’s too strong for tears but I know it has taken time to heal up those...