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20th Century

What’s in a Street Name?

4th December 2024 Going Postal 0

Do the street names in Kenya’s cities still serve the purpose of memorialising those who have made significant contributions to our country? November 22, 2024 I’m a flâneur. Every time I visit a new town, [more…]

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Harambee! Harambee Tena!

17th October 2024 Going Postal 0

The first ever fundraiser in Kenya took place in December 1928. It has been 96 years but we still say, Harambee!!! October 1, 2024 The year is 1926. Kenya is under colonial rule. Natives in [more…]

21st Century

Ruto the Flying Mantis Has Been Grounded

4th September 2024 Going Postal 0

Ruto’s wings have been clipped and we are watching over him carefully, monitoring all his movements. Until he surrenders. August, 2024   When we were children, my friends and I loved hanging out every evening [more…]

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