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LAST ARROW IN THE QUIVER by JOHN GATH...
In colonial Kenya, Gatete wa Miano, a squatter’s son, joins the Mau Mau revolt, risking everything to reclaim his people’s land and freedom. Through fierce battles in the forest and months of brutal detention, Gatete’s journey captures the courage of a people defying oppression, even in the face of betrayal by native loyalists. Driven by a deep reverence for their homeland and faith, these fighters fought not for hate or revenge, but for a future unbound by colonial chains.
This gripping story honors Kenya’s unsung heroes, reminding us that true independence demands more than political freedom—it calls for justice, dignity, and the fulfillment of their hard-won hopes.
Mwakenya : Real or Phantom
Mwakenya: Real or Phantom?, is Jimmy Achira's persecution experience Daniel Arap Moi's Kenya in 1980s. The Daily Nation captured best the nebulous phenomenon called Mwakenya.
“Mwakenya remained a chimera to the Kenyan media. Reporters knew no “Mwakenya” officials and received no calls, manifestos or press releases from them.
“There was no known office location, or telephone or fax numbers. Everything that came to the media house, and appeared as trial evidence, was from the Moi-KANU government.
“The seditious documents produced in court were always photo-copies, never originals. It was not only university lecturers, students who were victims of the security dragnet-civil servants and journalists too, were picked up”. -Daily Nation, Sept. 20th 1987.
In the 1980s, in Moi’s regime, it was anathema to be termed "Mwakenya" for that would pronounce arrest, torture and jail. It was one of the saddest chapters in the nation’s history; people talked in hushed voices, looking over their shoulders to see who was listening; when people worried what they were seen reading for it could be “seditious”.
Jimmy Achira, a journalist who found himself in the Mwakenya dragnet, chronicles his experiences in Mwakenya: Real or Phantom?
The book is not a history of Mwakenya but a personal account of encounter with oppression in Moi’s Kenya. The real story of Mwakenya would be told by historians. It is unfortunate that instruments like the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission have yet to unearth the atrocities against Kenyan people; atrocities perpetuated in the name of state security; and law and order.
What others say:
"It is important that the experiences such as Achira's be told for the sake of history and posterity. The history of those dark days should be taught in schools, alongside tales of heroic struggles such as that of Mau Mau
"Many Kenyans who enjoy the fruits of "freedom" under multi-party democracy know little about the suffering many faced and sacrifices made to achieve the current freedom.” - Gershom Otachi Bw'Omanwa
"The Nyaro era of the 1980s was a time of horror in the history of human rights in Kenya. In early 1986 the crackdown on those Kenyans perceived to have dissenting views about the government had been put in motion. Under the guise of rooting out subversives, particularly referred to as "Mwakenya" ( Muungano wa Wakenya) the police unleashed such a reign of terror that a wide cross-section of people's lives were destroyed. “ - Dr Carey Francis Onyango, Lecturer and HUman Rights Activist.
“Political imprisonment was common in the Nyayo era in which Moi held Kenya in a vice-like grip. Now, the untold can be told. Stories, as Jimmy Achira's, help us understand those days and the price many Kenyans paid for freedoms enjoyed today. “ - Dr Matunda Nyanchama, ICT Professional and Publisher.
About the Author
Achira was born at Bosiango, West Mugirango, Nyamira and went to Bosiango Primary School, Taranganya and Nyansabakwa High Schools. He taught at Mborogo Secondary School before entering journalism.
He has worked for Target/ Lengo, East African Standard, Nation and Kenya Times. Others are The Weekend Mail and The Weekly Revie . In April 1995, he incorporated Rural Media Services Limited under which he published regional rural monthly newspaper, The Western Monitor. He co-edited, with Tom Amoro, A Guide to Gusii Politics 1997, published What Next after 1997 General Elections in Gusii? Presently, he is media consultant/publisher and working on The Memoirs of a Veteran Journalist 1979 – 1999.
Diary of a young Kenyan Entrepreneur
Beyond tribal Lines
Beyond Tribal Lines: Reimagining Communities and Boundaries in Africa is about the perceptions, understandings, and experiences of difference between selves and communities in Africa and beyond. It focuses on the nature of difference in its many manifestations – social and communal, local and national – and the fundamental bases and typical consequences of such difference. Further, it explains the importance of difference between individuals, communities and societies; affirming that difference is natural to human social and individual existence.
Critically, it takes up the challenge of how – given the many differences between us – a society may achieve peaceful co-existence and harmony among its members. The book makes the case that being different doesn’t necessitate being enemies, antagonists or subjects of contestation.
To address and live with said difference, the authors present thoughtful ideas on realizing social harmony through individual and community reflection and understanding.
What Others Say
“Lawyers engaging transformative constitutions in Africa will find the book useful in interrogating these constitutions’ implementation which calls for a multi-disciplinary approach to their interpretation and implementation. The various insights of this book necessarily engage the burning issue of the people’s sovereign power. Political scientists interrogating the politics of division and the quest for alternative forms of political leadership in Africa will find the book’s theoretical and practical reflections useful.”
- Dr. Willy Mutunga, EGH, former Chief Justice, Kenyan lawyer, intellectual, reform activist, and former Commonwealth Special Envoy to the Maldives.
THE SCAVENGER’S HUNT by MYA A. BLU
Dietary Management of Diabetes Mellit...
Dietary Management of Diabetes provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of diabetes through nutrition. Authored by leading experts in the field, this book offers practical strategies for individuals seeking to manage their condition effectively. Form understanding the impact of different foods on the blood sugar levels to creating personalized meal plans. The book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary for success.
From the mara by Rose Wangithi
MANAGING THE 24 HOURS OF YOUR DAY by ...
The 2 Tribes of Kenya by WINSTONE SHA...
The 2 Tribes of Kenya is a powerful exploration of Kenya's deep socio-economic divides, contrasting the affluent "Haves" with the struggling "Have Nots." Through vivid storytelling, the book highlights the stark disparities that transcend ethnic lines, showcasing the lives of business leaders, politicians, and the underprivileged working tirelessly for survival. It argues that the nation’s challenges are rooted not in tribalism but in economic inequality, impacting access to education, healthcare, and opportunities.
The narrative probes into the personal stories of hope and despair, revealing how these divides shape Kenya’s socio-economic landscape. The "Have Nots" are depicted as both hopeful dreamers and hopeless victims, struggling against systemic barriers. By shedding light on these contrasting lives, the book calls for a greater understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing all Kenyans.
With pictorial illustrations enhancing understanding, The 2 Tribes of Kenya encourages dialogue and reflection on the way forward for a more equitable future. This compelling read challenges readers to examine their roles in bridging the gap and fostering unity in a diverse nation, where shared humanity trumps economic divides.
MALAIKA
When a university professor decides to open a private school where young children can be taught in their mother tongue, she finds herself at the centre of controversy and intrigue. This is a story about the love and dedication of three women: a young, independent businesswoman. an older teacher and her American friend. As political events swirl around these women, and as Kenya moves towards democracy and national cohesion, the reader is caught up in the struggle of the human spirit to realize the goal of justice for all people.
Arthur Dobrin is Professor Emeritus of University Studies at Hofstra University. He is also Leader Emeritus of the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island, New York, United States of America.
He and his wife, Lyn, were Peace Corps Volunteers in Kisii, Kenya from 1965-67, lived there again in 1975 and returned many times since. Dr. Dobrin is the author of more than 25 books, including three others set in Kenya: Salted with Fire, Kwamboka’s Inquiry, and This Red Land.
Fortune of the Unfortunate
In Fortune of the Unfortunate, the author provides extensive and well-woven storytelling of day-to-day lives centred around themes of love and kindness, love choices; love and culture; love, loss and depression; love and sacrifice; and more such as mistrust and betrayal.
For instance, in The Fortune of the Unfortunate, Tracy, a 15-year-old royal girl is moved by the sufferings of unfortunate street children. It inspires her to take extraordinary steps to bring fortune to the unfortunate street families.
Christine, in Beneath the Smile is down to tears after learning about her mother’s death. She sets off on the journey to attend the funeral with her husband and daughter only to learn that her mother is not dead but in the ICU. She ends up in the same hospital when she passes out. In her sick bed, she had flashbacks to her days on campus and how she strayed.
In Eternal Promise, Chris loses his wife and daughter in a car crash, a traumatic experience that sends him into depression. Chris fights to hide the depression from his employees and his mother. More and more, he devotes his time to the company he started with his wife, showing little interest in loving again even as his secretary persistently tries to ‘bring him to the path of steady life’.
In Friends in the Circle, college friends engage in a storytelling session that leads to confessions of love and the spilling of their lives’ secrets. Michael reminisces about his first love, narrating his tale with fondness and sorrow. On each count of account, Michael and Lien’s interest in each other intensified.
… and many more!
Readers will find these stories, all drawn from the realities of contemporary life, compelling.
Khole and Other Untold Stories from A...
Khole and Other Untold Stories from Africa, an anthology of short stories, is based on Chinua Achebe’s postulation about the need for African writers to refrain from Afropolitan rejection of African subjects. This would enable audiences to taste “the balance of stories of the world’s peoples” because, for centuries, readers had been served with a single Western story. The contributors in this collection return to the African past and explore positive attributes of African culture.
Nyongesa’s Khole explores the potential of African spiritual healing in contrast to modern medicine. Muruli Muhandi, in When Kumtoto Dances, is on the pre-eminence of African spirituality as personified in altars that are of great influence in African lives. Robert Rotich’s My Grandfather’s Old Coin is on Kipsisgis marriage rites, while Felix Okuku explores the impact of the spiritual among the Mijikenda of Kenya. The stories, as well as the others in this collection, affirm Edward Blyden’s postulation that African peoples are destined to make an outstanding spiritual contribution to the world.
What Others Say
Khole and Other Stories from Africa is an invaluable textual artifact that preserves the rich oral traditions of African societies. It is a platform for historically marginalized voices and celebrates the resilience of African epistemologies in the face of relentless cultural imperialism. The anthology challenges readers to engage with the complexities of African spiritual and cultural systems, offering insights that transcend mere folkloric appreciation and delve into the deeper philosophical underpinnings of African life. - Prof. John Mugubi, Kenyatta University.
Will This Be A Problem? The Anthology...
From across the African continent and its diaspora, Will This Be A Problem? Issue V brings together a powerful collection of stories that blend the fantastical with the deeply real. These tales explore the enduring history of colonialism, capitalism, and marginalization while grappling with present concerns like climate change and artificial intelligence. Yet, amidst these weighty themes, the anthology also offers moments of much-needed escapism into worlds of magic, myth, and the unknown.
This anthology features familiar names such as Shingai Kagunda, Yvette Lisa Ndlovu, Gabrielle Emem Harry, Victor Forna and Rutendo Chidzodzo. It also features returning voices to Will This Be A Problem?, Peter Nena, Kevin Rigathi, and Andrew Dakalira. And there are many new and emerging names, each bringing a unique storytelling perspective to the collection.
Defiant, illuminating and terrifying, Will This Be A Problem? Issue V presents some of the finest speculative fiction you will find anywhere.
Songs of the Master River Wabler
Emeino y'Egetinginye Enchome is a captivating book of Ekegusii poetry that celebrates the rich tapestry of the AbaGusii people. The poems within this collection explore the depths of love, the enchanting beauty of the EkeGusii language and culture, and the splendor of the natural world.
From the majestic rivers and rolling hills to the vibrant flora and fauna, the anthology paints a vivid portrait of the Gusii homeland. Readers are invited to savor the essence of Ekegusii heritage through the poet's exploration of traditional culinary arts, cherished dishes, and cultural landmarks. The collection is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Gusii people, expressed through the lyrical power of their native tongue.
The poems in this book were conceived in Ekegusii in a bid to capture the nuances of Gusii's spoken art, culture, language, and way of life, which is surely facing extinction. It persuades the reader to go back not only in time but also to the roots of the essence of Ekegusii. There is an attempt to translate the poems to English for a wider reach.
Anciently of the clan of Masisi of the Bagesaka from Bobasi, Nyansera Otieno is a scribe, painter, curator, cultural activist, and native language crusader. He has taught at the Bugema University (Uganda) and Kisii University (Kenya) at the School of Arts and Social Sciences, Department of Languages Linguistics and Literature. He holds a doctorate in linguistics from Kisii University. He is a crusader for Gusii Language and Culture revitalization. He writes poetry and short stories from his rich EkeGusii oral literature background. He patronizes the Bobasi Branch of the AbaGusii Cultural and Development Council and Mwanyagetinge Heritage Council, Bobasi Chapter.
Research Methodology: A Blue Print
Research Methodology is a difficult area for many earlycareer researchers, especially graduate students. This book focuses on major research issues, right from problem
conceptualization, development of objectives, research design, and results interpretation and presentation.
The work discusses effective writing styles that enable exceptionally clear and straight forward communication. It further addresses a variety of ways of proposal writing and
developing it into a thesis.
This book gives examples that provide opportunities for students and other researchers to engage in acceptable conventions of APA style of writing. Further, it demystifies research methodology with a view to improving the quality and standards of academic writing.
Whispers Of My Soul by Vallary Okelo
- "Whispers of My Soul" is a profound collection of poetry that delves into the depths of grief, loss, love, and personal reflection. With raw honesty and emotional intensity, the poems invite readers on a journey through the heartache and healing that come with life's most intimate experiences. This book speaks to anyone who has loved deeply, endured loss, or sought solace in their most vulnerable moments. Each verse is a whisper from the soul, offering comfort, understanding, and a reminder that we are never truly alone in our feelings. A must-read for those seeking connection through the beauty of words.
The Eye of Mayenga by Jaspher Rori
The Eye of Mayenga is a heart-throbbing novel centred in a remote, rural African village of Mayenga. The village is a lethargic place that appears to have been left behind with respect to world trends and realities. Its residents seem trapped in times gone, dwelling on beliefs like witchcraft and other archaic practices. There seems to be neither vision nor mission, and stuck in antiquated beliefs. Its residents' pastime is drinking cheap illicit liquor, and engaging in pessimistic village gossip, which presents its own challenges. Their own son, Vincent Senta, a practising lawyer in Nairobi, 'sees with his heart' the predicament of the village, and resolves to apply his knowledge, skills and connections to bring change to the village. He successfully organises a women's group and initiates an eye-catching water project, which some people appreciate and see him as the "Eye of Mayenga." However, petty gossip and a troubled family life take their toll on him. To escape the harsh reality, he finds solace in his sentimental secretary. The relationship is ill-fated with him testing HIV-positive of which he eventually dies. Despite the medical exposition on the cause of death, blame is squarely placed on his hard-to-understand neighbours who, due to their religious beliefs, lead lives of solitude. Most residents of Mayenga believe he has been bewitched by the neighbours. In a "revenge mission", the neighbours are burnt alive in broad daylight right in the presence of the local chief. Though rumours were rife that these neighbours carried the cross of Senta's death, nobody had answers to the chief's torrential questions: Who? When? Why? What? How? And what and in the future? And future? The Eye of Mayenga captures a community at a cross-road and illustrates the clash of cultures and the struggle between the past and modernity.
"The Eye of Mayenga is a wonderful piece of art that touches on many aspects of our lives. It tackles contemporary issues of the developing world undergoing social change.These are issues that offer challenges to development." - Elijah Ogoti, English Teacher, Kenya.
"Apart from being an excellent story to read, it is a commendable book for students in community development." - Joseph A. Awino, Lecturer, University of Nairobi, Kenya.
"Jaspher Rori's work is a pretty juicy, practical, and interesting story that is set in a traditional African society, and is interwoven with unique practical challenges, exciting themes and characters that leave the reader yearning for more." - Sakaja Yona, Lecturer, University of Nairobi.
Sakagwa’s Ghost
Sakagwa's Ghost, originally published in Kiswahil as Kivuli cha Sakawa, is a story about one of Africa's legendary heroes. A seer, strategist and medicine man, Sakagwa's legend lives to date, holding that many of his predictions have come to pass. His wisdom, some say, served to assure the survival of the Abagusii community in the face of colonial incursion.
In this this story, Sakagwa finds himself at a crossroads following the death of his father, a prominent leader in his own right. Conservative elders in the community, feeling threatened by this youngster's demonstrated wisdom and knowledge are determined to dim his rising star. Will they succeed?
Sakagwa Ng'iti was born and lived in the Abagusii community in western Kenya at the turn of 19th Century (1800). The unfolding story in this book did take place, probably in slightly a different way from that depicted here.
By chronicling this episode, the author gives the story a new lease of life, through artistic rendering, and offers chance for others to comment or offer versions of the story as they understand it.
The Father’s Heart by Oluoch Ok...
Father’ is the noblest title a man can be given. It is more than a biological role. It signifies a patriarch, a leader, an exemplar, a confidant, a teacher, a hero and a friend. Fatherhood is one of the most awesome gifts that God has given to men--its both a privilege and a responsibility. Fathering makes a man, whatever his standing in the eyes of the world, feel strong and good and important, just as he makes his child feel loved and valued
The Father’s Heart encourages men to father with the knowledge that they are vitally important to the futures of their children. This book discusses the implications of a fatherless home, the challenges of
parenting, and the hierarchy of fathers. There are absent fathers, present yet uninvolved fathers, authoritative fathers, loving fathers, teaching fathers, and many more.
Any man, through The Father’s Heart, can assess himself, see where he stands, and make choices to
become a real Dad and to unleash the Father’s Heart and love