Posted by: afrowrite on: July 6, 2008
By Muli wa Kyendo
This week, we have been discussing the roles of artists and community obligations to them in a traditional African society. We looked further afield and then we concentrated on the Akamba, a large artist community in eastern Kenya. The community is known all over the world for its carvings and colorful traditional [...]
Posted by: afrowrite on: June 25, 2008
By Muli wa Kyendo
I promised to make this blog a place to discuss, among other things, life in Africa. Let’s talk about life.
History Lies Under Our Feet
The Akamba, the fourth largest community in Kenya, belief that Mulungu, or God, is a spirit. In the beginning, Mulungu created Mundu, Man and his wife, Kiveti. Mundu [...]
Posted by: afrowrite on: May 24, 2008
By Muli wa Kyendo
Today’s post is in reply to Sister Yeye Akilimali Funua Olade who, through an email, told me that she and her friends are promoting polygamy and the greatness of the black race. My dear sister, I read most of your blogs and I must say I am impressed by your enthusiasm, hard [...]