The Watcher Above
The Investor Owns the Logbook. The Streets Own the Business.
A few days ago, I read the story of a former matatu owner from Nairobi who described how buying a 14-seater matatu nearly ruined his life. His story was familiar. Corrupt police officers, aggressive stage cartels, dishonest crews, endless repairs, Sacco fees, and...
Taming the Horns of Conflict: Understanding and Transforming Cattle Rustling in South Sudan
For decades, ethnic clashes among South Sudan’s cattle-keeping communities—such as the Dinka, Nuer, and Murle—have claimed countless lives, deepened inter-tribal animosities, and fueled cycles of revenge. In response, the Government of South Sudan (GOSS) and numerous...
Rethinking Dowry: From Bride Price to Solar Power
n South Sudan—as in many African societies—marriage is still largely governed by the tradition of dowry, commonly known as bride price. Historically, dowry was a symbolic exchange of gifts between two families, marking not just a union of individuals, but a...
The Day the Preacher Shocked the Whole School | Eldoret Storytime
In the highlands of Eldoret, where the air is crisp and the mornings bite just enough to remind you it’s time for school assembly, I attended a strict Christian boarding school. The kind where discipline was measured in silence, beans and maize were dinner staples,...
Are Western sports achievements the ultimate indicator of global physical prowess?
"How come most of the world's strongest men are shown as white?" This question was the spark for a long, thoughtful conversation my friend and I had over the weekend. It all comes down to ego, assumptions, and a narrow view of what constitutes excellence. The Western...
Why women fall out of love
Women are drawn to excitement, adventure, and a touch of unpredictability—balanced with genuine affection. The moment you become overly predictable, passive, or lose your own sense of purpose, the spark fades and she’ll begin to drift. In fact, if you want someone to...