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Swara magazine April – June 2025
Swara Magazine,
The voice of conservation in East Africa.
Championing for the conservation and sustainable use of our environment and natural resources.
Providing essential conservation insights and sparking vital discussions on the best strategies for protecting East Africa's rich biodiversity and wildlife heritage.
In this April - June 2025 issue of Swara;
Discover bespoke insights on;
- Lake victoria's escalating biodiversity crisis.
- Uganda's Untamed Safari Jewel - Kidepo valley national park.
- How Uganda's Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is restoring the country's rhino population.
- How wildlife corridors in Kenyan Laikipia plateau are mitigating human-wildlife conflict.
- Lorreine Carneiro's passion for wildlife photography and conservation.
Swara magazine January – March ...
Swara Magazine is a quarterly publication of the East African Wild Life Society, a non-profit organization founded in 1961 to promote the conservation and sustainable use of the environment and natural resources within the region through awareness creation and advocacy.
In this January - March 2025 issue of Swara;
Conservation Features;
• Felix Pattron Explores the world of illegal wildlife Trade, understanding human motivations to curb on demand for illegal wildlife products to protect endangered species.
• Lucy Vigne, Christopher Muriithi and Stephen Njenga Explores how local communities are transforming Oloolua Forest into a thriving model for conservation and sustainable use.
• Joyce chimbi: The Blue forest of Vanga, A story of how communities are fighting against climate change in a remote village along the Kenya's coastline.
• Rupi Mangat Questions whether conservation efforts can help the Angolan primate Fight for Survival in her article entitled Diani's Forgotten Primates.
• Moffadal Shabir: Tales of the Elephant Snout Fish as a masterpiece of Evolution in Peril - from an his extra ordinary journey along the mara river.
• Rupi Mangat: Tales of the Mt. Elgon Elephants: A story of Tragedy to Hope. How a Limping elephant and her calf are raising funds for awareness for coexistence in Africa's mountain caves.
Biodiversity and Paddock diary features
• Muffadal Shabbir Alibhai recounts the fascinating journey of the Elephant Snout Fish, a resilient and enigmatic species struggling to survive amidst the challenges of Africa's changing aquatic landscapes.
• Rupi Mangat recounts how Chemukung, a rescued elephant on Mount Elgon, became a symbol of hope and a fundraiser for wildlife conservation.
• Jonathan and Angela Scott delve into the fascinating evolution of the Maasai Mara, exploring its journey from a big-game hunting destination to a beacon of conservation, community empowerment, and sustainable tourism.
• Simon Odhiambo and Kevin Maimba embark on a birding adventure in Laikipia’s Mugie Conservancy, capturing the region’s vibrant avian diversity.
On Safari, Portfolio and Rear window features,
• Brian Finch questions the future of traditional bird field guides in a world increasingly dominated by digital birding apps.
• Gideon Bett delves into the story of Chimpundu Lodge, where luxury meets conservation in the heart of Uganda’s Kibale National Park.
• Jade Gosrani, A Wildlife photographer shares how her lens captures the beauty of African nature to inspire conservation.
• Santiago Legarre explores the wonders of Samburu National Reserve and highlights its wildlife, landscapes, and welcoming sights.
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THE WANDERER’S PATH CROSSWORD P...
The Flame of Freedom by Raila Odinga ...
The Flame of Freedom chronicles the remarkable journey of one of Africa’s leading politicians and statesmen.
Raila Odinga’s life-story mirrors the triumphs and tragedies of Kenya’s struggle to entrench multi-party democracy and the rule of law into the fabric of the State.
The book is a testament to his courage, determination and sacrifice in the cause of peace, development and public service.
Don’t Be Okay, Be Honest
Don’t Be Okay. Be Honest. is a raw, deeply relatable guide for anyone navigating the chaos of young adulthood, identity, mental health, and becoming yourself in a world that demands perfection. With a voice that is honest, grounded, and disarmingly human, Lewis Mutugi invites readers into the truths we rarely say out loud—fear, doubt, burnout, healing, and the courage to start again. Blending personal insight, psychology, and practical tools, this book has resonated with readers seeking clarity, self-acceptance, and direction. If you’re ready for a book that meets you exactly where you are and gently pushes you forward, this is it.
The Self Healers Handbook
The Self-Healer’s Handbook is the breakthrough guide redefining what modern healing looks like. Written with clarity, compassion, and practical wisdom, it has quickly become a favorite for readers seeking real transformation. This powerful handbook delivers step-by-step tools, reflective prompts, and honest guidance to help you understand yourself, break harmful patterns, and rebuild your life with purpose. If you’re ready to heal from within and create lasting change, this is the book you reach for.
Where I Shall Find You by Matu Waithaka
When novice Lawyer SAMI joins a public defender's organisation in her birth country, it feels like a dream come true. But after her apartment is ransacked, the case of AKECH—a dispirited woman on death row—takes a dangerous turn. As Sami digs deeper, she uncovers a web of deceit that has framed Akech for her lover's murder. To expose the truth, she must confront buried secrets that could destroy everything she holds dear—and threaten her life.
WHERE I SHALL FIND YOU is a haunting story of bloodlines, redemption, and the dangerous pursuit of truth in a world where justice always comes at a cost.
A Tapestry of Menopause Among traditi...
Menopause. This is not a word we often hear in everyday conversation. Many women are almost afraid of it, and men will hardly, if ever, speak it. It is a subject that we seldom discuss. Indeed, reference to a woman as menopausal is almost viewed as insulting; derogatory even. Yet, menopause is a biological reality, and the subject should therefore not evoke negative feelings or cause discomfort during conversation. It is a conversation that should be held freely and comfortably, by both men and women.
In this book, Wanjiru Kamau explores this uncomfortable yet critical subject by examining the perceptions of menopause among the traditional Agīküyü women. In the research, she records personal testimonies and lived experiences that offer reflections on the women's developmental stages from birth, menarche, menstruation, motherhood, and menopause, and their significance. In the process, she points the reader to the need for an examination of the subject among women. This book presents menopause among the traditional Agīküyü women as both biological and cultural, explaining how families and clans treated a girl at the onset of menarche and the different cultural responsibilities that women took up after menopause.
The testimonies given by my co-researchers - as Wanjiru prefers to call the women she interviewed - women who grew up without or with minimal influence of European education and Christianity, reveal a very different understanding and perception of women's bodies, sexuality, reproduction, and menopause from that of the Westernized woman in Kenya today. For comparison, the author shares her own journey from menarche to menopause, illustrating the negative perception of the process among educated and "Christianized" societies. That Wanjiru relies on oral testimonies as part of her research methodology is critical in demonstrating the place of oral history and tradition in knowledge production and transmission. The traditional woman was educated about her body and various developmental stages right from when she was a little girl. The society ensured that cultural education and indigenous knowledge on women's sexuality, reproduction, and self-care were passed on from generation to generation as the girls passed through the different rites.
THE LIGHT IN THE MOUNTAIN BY HALIMA N...
The book is about twin sisters Fatuma and Amina ,when the sacred rituals turns deadly they were branded as an outcasts and condemned into the unforgiving desert.Their escape is desperate spirit into a landscape ruled by sunbaked earth,predatory warloads and the gnawing certainity of death.Hunted by a fanatic from their past and navigating the treacherous canyon of the thirsting bones,Fatuma the fierce spear and Amina her steadfast shield fighted for every breath,exhausted,wounded and sustained only by their unbreakable bond,they comfort not only human adversaries but the very element themselve.This novel is a raw visceral epic of survival,sisterhood,and the unwilling yield to live.i plung readers into a world of stark beauty and brutal challenges where courage is our daily act and true light of hope must be forged in the fires of despair.
Hinges Of The Gate by Alice Gitau
October 1952: The British Colonial government declares a state of emergency in Kenya, plunging the nation into almost an entire decade of turmoil.
In this setting, four loosely connected stories of the Kariuki family and their friends and neighbours emerge. As they struggle to adapt to their normal, they confront everyday challenges while also looking forward to a new, uncertain future.
Black Navel by Paul Olisaeloka Anozie
About the Book:
When psychologist Dr. Jason launches the Bi-Dimensional View (BDV) project, he sets off a chain reaction that unravels more than just human memory. Enters Constance, a mysterious woman claiming past life memories, who infiltrates the project to reclaim lost abilities – and her past. As secrets surface and realities blur, Dr. Jason finds himself entangled in a web of ancient artifacts, buried conspiracies, and his own fragmented truths.
Regretting You by Colleen Hoover
Morgan Grant and her sixteen-year-old daughter, Clara, would like nothing more than to be nothing alike.
Morgan is determined to prevent her daughter from making the same mistakes she did. By getting pregnant and married way too young, Morgan put her own dreams on hold. Clara doesn’t want to follow in her mother’s footsteps. Her predictable mother doesn’t have a spontaneous bone in her body.
With warring personalities and conflicting goals, Morgan and Clara find it increasingly difficult to coexist. The only person who can bring peace to the household is Chris—Morgan’s husband, Clara’s father, and the family anchor. But that peace is shattered when Chris is involved in a tragic and questionable accident. The heartbreaking and long-lasting consequences will reach far beyond just Morgan and Clara.
While struggling to rebuild everything that crashed around them, Morgan finds comfort in the last person she expects to, and Clara turns to the one boy she’s been forbidden to see. With each passing day, new secrets, resentment, and misunderstandings make mother and daughter fall further apart. So far apart, it might be impossible for them to ever fall back together.
Your Voice Your Scepter: Awakening id...
THE LAST PILLAR OF RAMOGI BY BEN O. O...
- The Last Pillar of Ramogi vividly reimagines the Luo legend of Luanda Magere, a warrior of unmatched strength, power, and pride, revered like a god among men. His downfall through betrayal and pride reveals that great power demands great responsibility. This evocative retelling rekindles love for African folklore and delivers a deeply moving literary experience.
The Twilight Of Possibility by Nila M...
The Twilight of Possibility shines a light on mental health in a way that feels honest and human. Through a mix of personal experiences and heartfelt reflections, it breaks down the stigma around speaking up and reminds readers that mental health is something we all navigate in different ways. This book offers comfort, clarity, and hope — especially for young people trying to make sense of their emotions and find their footing in a complicated world.
Why Did She Stay, Why She Didn’...
Why do strong, intelligent, capable women stay in relationships that slowly break them? Why do they hide their pain, silence their suffering, and protect the very environments that wound them? Why Did She Stay, Why She Didn’t Leave is a powerful and deeply insightful exploration into the invisible battles women fight behind closed doors battles that the world often never sees.
Sex Unmasked by Dr Chadwink Ochieng
Sex Unmasked peels back the layers on one of the most talked-about—and most misunderstood—subjects of our time. From social media to music, movies to advertising, sex dominates the world’s attention, yet countless hearts carry silent wounds from its misuse.
This book offers a bold, honest, and deeply insightful exploration of sex as it was originally intended—beautiful, sacred, and fulfilling. It is also a gentle companion for the wounded, a path of healing and restoration for those seeking to recalibrate their lives and rediscover wholeness.
Through well-researched truth and refreshing clarity, Sex Unmasked invites you to encounter the Author’s design and learn how to steward this powerful gift in its purest, most life-giving form.
BREAKING FREE FROM THE SYSTEM: A Guid...
Breaking Free From the System is for the quiet moment when you look around and think, Something about the way we are living no longer feels safe.
We are more connected than ever, yet more dependent, more monitored, and more fragile. From digital identities and smart infrastructure to rising food and energy insecurity, the systems we rely on are becoming increasingly centralized and easy to disrupt. When they fail, families pay the price.
This book shows you how to step out of that vulnerability.
Inside, you will learn how to build real-world independence by growing your own food, securing clean water, preserving heirloom seeds, generating off-grid energy, and strengthening both your body and your faith. These are not abstract ideas. They are practical skills designed to keep your household stable, calm, and protected when everything around you feels uncertain.
But this is not just about survival. It is about reclaiming dignity, responsibility, and freedom in a world that quietly trains people to outsource their lives.
Written for parents, homesteaders, and anyone who wants more than blind trust in modern systems, Breaking Free From the System gives you a clear, grounded path toward self-sufficiency, spiritual resilience, and lasting security.
If you have ever felt that the future should not be something you fear, but something you prepare for, this book was written for you.
GETTING OLD SUCKS; STAYING STUPID SUC...
Getting old sucks — but staying stupid sucks more.
Life doesn’t come with a manual, but it surely comes with lessons. Some arrive wrapped in laughter, others in pain, regret, or revelation. In this brutally honest and humorous reflection, Wycklife Ooko Owino explores the beauty and chaos of growing older, the mistakes that keep us grounded, and the wisdom that sneaks in when we least expect it.
This is not a book about perfection — it’s about awareness. About learning to laugh at yourself, forgive your past, and recognize that ignorance is a choice once life has already taught you a few hard truths.
Through personal experiences, sharp insights, and stories that sting and soothe, Wycklife reminds us that every scar carries a story, and every story carries a lesson. The question is: will you learn from yours — or stay the same and call it growth?
If you’ve ever caught yourself saying “I wish I knew this earlier”, this book is your second chance to know it now.
About the Author
Wycklife Ooko Owino is a clinical officer, writer, and reflective storyteller whose works explore resilience, pain, and the human condition. Known for his authentic voice and unapologetic honesty, Wycklife invites readers to think deeper, feel braver, and grow wiser — one lesson at a time.
The Unemployment Handbook by Tanya Ny...
Unemployment is often treated like a personal failure, a shameful detour, or a silent crisis best whispered about. But what if we’ve been thinking about it all wrong?
In this bold, witty, and deeply human book, Tanya Nyambura challenges everything society has conditioned us to believe about work, value, and identity. Drawing from real stories, sharp cultural critique, and laugh-out-loud honesty, she exposes the myths that have kept generations trapped in fear, guilt, and endless job-hunting loops.
From the emotional fine print of being “conventionally unemployed” in relationships, to the silent pains that shape friendships, family dynamics, and self-worth, this book uncovers the realities most people are too embarrassed to name. It dives into the gendered expectations placed on women, the stigma placed on men, and the economic forces reshaping what “employment” even means in our age of AI, instability, and disappearing jobs.
But more than diagnosis, this book offers liberation. With clarity and humor, Tanya reveals the surprising pathways that exist beyond the 9-to-5—pathways that allow people to thrive financially, mentally, and relationally, without clinging to old employment models that no longer serve us. It’s a reframing of productivity, a reclaiming of dignity, and an invitation to imagine a life full of purpose, creativity, and autonomy—even in seasons that look nothing like what society expects.
Whether you are job-hunting, fully employed, retired, freelancing, caregiving, or floating somewhere in-between, this book is a lifeline. It dares you to rethink work, rewrite your worth, and refuse the lie that your value is tied to a pay slip.
This is not just a book. It is a permission slip—to breathe, to reinvent, and to rise.