Omukhebi

Omukhebi refers to the traditional circumcisor in Bukusu language. It’s a position in society that is revered for it’s importance in continuity of the community.

The exceptional treatment of special basinde: Oh yes, not all initiates preparing to face kumubano kwo mukhebi are equal

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The Bukusu traditional circumcision ceremony that takes place every even year, is the most attended event in Western Kenya’s rich cultural tourism experience. Whilst most local and foreign visitors get … Read more

Speak with authority on Bukusu traditional circumcision ceremony like a true son or daughter of the soil: Who is omusinde? What is sisingilo? And other important vocabulary

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poster with dark yellow background and words the traditional Bukusu circumcision ceremony - everything you'll ever need to know

Were you circumcised in the traditional way? This is a common, albeit rude, question that Gents face whenever they identify themselves as Bukusu. So popular is the Bukusu traditional circumcision … Read more

Down khuminya memory lane: Reliving naughty childhood adventures escorting basinde through the village whilst singing circumcision songs

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We learn all that pertains khuminya; a rite that’s central to Luhya traditional circumcision ceremony through the lens of my childhood adventures. Back when we were growing up, life in … Read more