SINS OF THE FATHER
By Sheillah Maonga I was told that he had been waiting there for me since early morning. It was now almost seven o’clock in the evening. He had been directed to see Koni, the other partner in the firm, who is also my wife; but he was adamant that he wanted to see me only….
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MARVIN GAKUNYI: Telling stories through mobile journalism
As part of mentorship, Mwangaza invites an established youth in various fields for an online discussion, with its community. Here is our session with Mr. Marvin Gakunyi. Kindly introduce yourself to us. My name is Marvin Gakunyi, team leader at www.mobilejournalism.co.ke (MoJo). I’m passionate about changing how narratives are told in Kenya and Africa at…
THE ONES LEFT BEHIND VI
By Sheila Maonga. To read the previous episode, click here I was listening to him keenly. I had kept away anything that reminded me of Jared, except the photos. I had 10 years’ worth of memories locked away, both physically and in my mind. Juma was right. It was fear and guilt holding me back….
HOW PASSIONATE ARE YOU?
`Start seriously working at being the best in what you do and soon you will be passionate.’ Are you passionate about anything? Maybe you should be. Because being passionate is the difference between being good and being great. Playing the piano and being a pianist. But how? Isn’t passion something you are born with? Actually,…
THE ONES LEFT BEHIND V
By Sheillah Maonga To read part four, click here “Why did you disapprove of me, in the first place? Ten years, I was in your son’s life as his girlfriend. You never welcomed me. You always made me feel like I was intruding between you and Jared. You have always disliked me. Yet, I cannot…
Is quitting social media key to millenial happiness?
With the advent of the digital age, came the invention of social media. Ever since then, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and many more have got us hooked on our phones and computers 24 hours a day. Through these platforms, we are able to e-meet new friends, catch up with our old buddies while also at the…
THE ONES LEFT BEHIND IV
By Sheillah Maonga To read part three, click here We had entered a room where a man was sitting on a desk writing notes. He looked up when he heard us. I liked his face. It reminded me of my grandfather. He looked gentle and comforting, like my grandfather. “This is the fiancee.” The nurse…
WHAT NEXT AFTER GRADUATION?
The prospect of finally graduating from campus comes with wildest imagination. A dream of a better home, well-paying job, driving a SUV. The list goes on. It is natural for any student to dream of a better future. However, most of the time this is never the case. The life after campus is often much…
AMANI KATANA: Promoting the spirit of social entreprenuership
As part of its mentorship program, Mwangaza hosts online sessions whereby a guest is invited to share the story behind their brand. Here is our session with Mr. Amani Katana. Kindly introduce yourself to us. I am Amani Katana, award winning social entrepreneur with over 5 years experience in social entrepreneurship, Business development and community…
THE ONES LEFT BEHIND III
By Sheillah Maonga To read part two, click here “We got your number from his phone. Often, in cases like this, we go through his recent calls and see who he calls frequently. That is how we got your number.” “Why did you go through his phone? I don’t understand.” I asked. My mind was…