Month: November 2015

Sauti Sol

Sauti Sol

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by Hanafi Kaka | Resident Techie

The last time I was in the same room with Sauti Sol, was in June 2013. The middle of the night. Mount Kenya University’s fresher’s night. Thika. I don’t exactly want to remember …

Northern Tanzania

Northern Tanzania

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by Helen Langat

You know how when you are starting on a road trip everything is tight? It’s Friday morning of that long weekend and you are worried about the time, and your luggage, whether you carried enough underwear …

The Closer

The Closer

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I’m in Tanga. (Virtually, at least) Standing outside an ominous door. Inside resides fear. And a special breed of horror. Until I tell you about this soon,  I will leave you in the good hands of our resident foodie, …

Touch

Touch

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By Hanafi Kaka | Resident Geek

There is this little, smart device you want, even though you don’t know it yet. It’s a small creature. Tiny enough to fit in any pocket. You can take it with you everywhere; …

Nancy at week 19: Waiting Room Conversations

Nancy at week 19: Waiting Room Conversations

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I really don’t know how to start conversations with strangers. I don’t understand how strangers meet in a matatu, a mall or even a hospital and start talking to the point of even becoming soul mates. I’m not boring; …