Growing up in the village, one often assumes that living in the center of the action so to say, they by default know their ways. But that’s until the never-before happens. In may case, it happened with the River Chwele accident. A tragedy that ushered the saddest days of our childhoods. Whose aftermath lifted the … Read more
Beyond totems, such as animals that are said to be clan animals, Bukusu clans can be differentiated by their quirks. The following stereotypes on Bukusu clans are intended to make us laugh at ourselves. What follows is a hilarious punt at opening the closets that hold the things that, like in any big family, we … Read more
When it seemed fairly certain that natural death was imminent, a terminally ill person was placed in front, or the center of his first wife’s house. In Lubuksu, munju mwo mukhaye simakulu. Family and friends were informed about the impending matter. All kith and kin were expected to come and pay tribute to the ailing … Read more
The stimulating, emotional folk song “Kutalang’i” has an intro that harps on the familiar with the characteristic Bukusu folk music music staccato rhythm of Litungu and Chisasi in uncomfortable harmony. Kutalang`i is Lubukusu for the Lion King. Lions are symbols of strength and courage and have been celebrated throughout history for these traits. From the … Read more
