Africa - Oyunga Pala

In reality, the Fathers of our Nation are more often than not tragic hero figures consumed by hubris, drunk on power, and entrapped by personality flaws. The result is the persistent violence and brutalization of a nation of children who might dare to challenge their legitimacy.

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Culture

Tracing The Roots Of Benga

October 30, 2017
OP

Joseph Kamaru was to follow with City Sounds in 1968 and it was from Kamaru's stable that Kikuyu Benga would fluff its wings.

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Culture

In Memory Of Fela

August 3, 2017
OP

In the centre of this audio-visual feast for the senses, Fela reigned supreme. He was everywhere at once; playing keyboards, soprano or alto, the occasional drum solo, a sinuous dance from one side of the stage to the other and then it was time to sing, the ever-present spliff held in his elegant fingers.

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