I caught the tail end of a special feature on Moses Wetangula, a presidential aspirant on a local channel. I was drawn to the visuals and tuned out of the dialogue. That was until the interviewer posed a question on sources of his wealth. He took a defensive position and closed with these words. “I…
The Dance Contest To State House.
Kenyans maintain an intriguing custom. Ordinary citizens routinely dance to pump up an event up for any big shot. In the 90s, when retired President Moi attended a public rally he was welcomed with choreographed pomp and ceremony. The Voice of Kenya routinely played scenes of traditional dance troupes, sashaying, around the head of state…
When Your Girl Wants a Child
I have been accused of many things but this latest one really got me thinking. Someone sent me an unsigned e-mail, saying, “Doesn’t anything serious ever take place in your life Pala?” and I thought to myself, “What’s more serious than a girl dumping you for being sensitive or driving a post World War II