Meet nalulwe, the herb traditionally used to treat a newly circumcised penis of omufulu after traditional circumcision

ripe banana symbolizing the circumcised male organ

The year 2020 was the year of the traditional circumcision among the Bukusu. In spite of earlier public health concerns over COVID-19, this important pillar of Luhya society came to pass albeit with less fanfare than usual amidst controversy. Our coverage on this cultural wonder continues with a deep dive unmasking nalulwe, a plant that … Read more