What is gorogoro? The indefatigable tool making life possible since time immemorial – find its meaning in Luhya, possible origins and an unveil of the hidden and contemporary uses of the word

poster with image of old rusty tins titled gorogoro is life itself- the story of a humble tin and how central it is to life in mulembe

In most Western Kenya food markets, dry cereals such as beans and maize are sold in gorogoros. When you buy a gorogoro of anything, it is taken that you have acquired two kilograms of the said commodity. But the importance of ekorokoro goes beyond trade. Gorogoro is life itself! What is gorogoro? Whenever I find … Read more

Ikine On Tour: 11 Things Kamba That Shocked The Man From Shamberere While On A Sojourn In Ukambani

Entrance to the Machakos Peoples park in Machakos town, the historical capital of Ukambani

My name is Ikine, my teacher in school used to call me Ignatius. I come from a place of kings called Shamberere in Western Kenya. These are the tales from my travels. This is why I will forever remember Ukambani. I was just there, under a tree in my luuya thinking hard about the days … Read more