Omusinde in Bukusu language refers to an uncircumcised boy. It is also a term used by adult males to pay homage to their mothers when introducing themselves. In the articles that follow, get a full appreciation of the cultural aspects of who is omusinde, types of omusinde and the special status of omusinde within and beyond the realms of the Bukusu traditional circumcision ceremony.
The Bukusu circumcision ceremony is important to the health of the community of Babukusu, the largest of the 18 houses of mulembe, because it brings together kith and kin in … Read more
Four things. One: omusinde. Two: a proud father. Three: kamalwa khuyusia, ancestors’ timely but unwelcome lessons, the elusive nature of trust and kamalwa kakatikhe. This is the story of a … Read more
Welcome. Come learn Lubukusu with us. Today we introduce you to more basic Bukusu words. Here are 10 Bukusu nouns referring to people. This is how to refer to people … Read more
Among the Luhya the traditional beer, kamalwa, is made from spontaneously fermented maize flour. The fermented flour is sun dried then fried in a pan until it assumes a coarse … Read more
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
Death by suicide, lightening or mob justice were considered taboo among the Luhya. A synopsis of special Luhya burial rites that accompanied unnatural deaths Few things matter to a Luhya … Read more
