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Mûkami Kîmathi (1930 - 2023) was Dedan Kîmathi's wife, a mother and grandmother and was actively involved in the struggle for independence and played a significant role in supporting her husband's activities. She faced imprisonment and harassment from the British colonial authorities due to her involvement in the Mau Mau movement. Field-Marshal Mût…
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In this episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Field Marshal Dedan Kimathi Waciûri, a senior military and spiritual leader in Kenya's fight for independence from British colonial rule. As the leader of the Mau Mau Uprising, Kimathi galvanized the Kikuyu people with his passion, strategic acumen, and unyielding spirit. Despite being captured …
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Mûrathi Kairetu is a story of a girl who was a seer/prophet, who appears in the late 1940s. With special messages from "Ngai", she played a critical part in the resistance movement in Kenya. Little is known about or talked about her and her story is told in the book "Ûrathi wa Cege wa Kîbirû". To learn about her prophesies, listen and enjoy. Resour…
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Harry Thuku (1895 – 14 June 1970) was a Kenyan politician one of the pioneers in the development of modern African Nationalism in Kenya. He helped found the Young Kikuyu Association and the East African Association before being arrested and exiled from 1922 to 1931. In 1932 he became President of the Kikuyu Central Association, in 1935 founded the …
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Waiyaki Wa Hinga was a Mûthamaki who was a leader of Southern Gikuyu. A great man, a leader, a fearless warrior, a father of a large sub-mbarî, he was instrumental in sowing the seeds that would foreshadow and birth the resistance movement in Kenya. To learn about this great man, please listen, share and enjoy! To learn more, click on the resources…
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Wang'ombe wa Ihûra was a legend of a man. A brave warrior, a leader and a chief. If it wasn't for him, the destiny of the Agîkûyû might be different today. Please listen, enjoy and share the story of this great legend. Resources: https://app.box.com/s/1nk7m2yjwythef91hqmy9teafprfpqkw https://discover.hubpages.com/education/Chief-Wangombe-wa-Ihura…
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Wangu wa Makeri was a community chief, known as Headman, during the British colonial period in Kenya. She was the only female Kikuyu Headman during the period, who later resigned following a scandal because she engaged in a dance called Kibata. Wangu wa Makeri was born around 1856 in Murang’a. She had no formal education; instead she worked on her …
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Mûgo wa Kîbirû is believed to have been born in Kariara, Murang’a near Thika somewhere between the 18th and the 19th centuries. He was a famous Gikuyu Seer and prophet. It is not known who his parents were. To learn more about Mûgo wa Kîbirû, please listen and share. Below are some links to some resources: https://www.mathaga.com/products/urathi-wa…
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In this episode, we talk about, at a very high level, the topics of single-parenthood, its causes in pre-colonial times and the resolutions for when it happened, for both a single mother who was going to get married, and one who wasn't going to get married. We also discuss how sexual education took place. We only scratched the surface in this discu…
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In this episode, we continue to answer some of the questions that the listeners have asked. The broad topics that the questions cover are spirituality, esoteric knowledge, naming, social issues etc. Enjoy and share and give us feedback!توسط Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi
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In this episode, we answer some of the questions that the listeners have asked. The broad topics that the questions cover are Ûthoni and Irua. We will continue to answer the other questions in the next podcast episode so stay tuned! Enjoy and share.توسط Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi
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In this episode, we conclude our discussion on Agîkûyû philosophy of Ûthoni and Rûracio. Listen to episode 4 and 5 for parts I and II of the discussion if you haven't already. Enjoy, share and provide feedback. We know there will be lots of questions on this topic, and other topics. In our next episode, we will focus on answering listeners question…
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In this episode, we continue to discuss and explore Agîkûyû philosophy of Ûthoni and Rûracio. Listen to episode 4 for part I of the discussion if you haven't already. Enjoy, share and provide feedback. References: The Southern Kikuyu before 1903, Volume II by L.S.B. Leakey. (https://www.mathaga.com/collections/pre-colonial/products/the-southern-kik…
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This podcast introduces the foundational terms and concepts of Ûthoni, Rûracio and Ûhiki. The aim of this discussion is to enable to listener to understand the Philosophy of marriage for the Mûgîkûyû, and how our forefathers thought about the process, and contrasting it with how we think about it today. This is Part I of the discussion. Enjoy, shar…
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In this episode, we discuss Irua, commonly referred to as circumcision. We discuss the history and philosophy of this very important stage in the life of a Mûgîkûyû. This discussion really is a primer for anyone who would like to research, learn and understand Irua, and its esoteric wisdom. Enjoy and share, and provide feedback. Some resources on I…
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In this episode, we discuss the relationship of the Gîkwa and the Mûkûngûgû as a metaphor for the family relationship between the man and the woman, and discuss at a high level the economy and talents of the pre-colonial Mûgîkûyû. To learn more, please read the following article thanks to Mûkûyû. https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2019/05/29/gikwa-na-muk…
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In this episode, we give a high-level overview and description of the Mûciî or Home of the Mûgîkûyû. We also discuss the importance of the Nyûmba and the Thingira. Ancestral land and inheritance, a very important and sensitive topic is also discussed. To learn more about the Mûciî, please click on the resources below: https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2…
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The season will open with a discussion on the overview of the Mûciî of the Mûgîkûyu, with an emphasis on the of the “Nyûmba”, and the importance of the “Thingira” in episode one. Episode 2 will follow on the heels of episode one, with an explanation of the duties of the Husband, wife, and children. Episode 3, Irua will be the focus discussion, and …
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In this last episode of the 3 part trilogy, Waiyaki and Njeri continue the conversation with Ciku and King'ori as they dissect the Stages of life of a Mugikuyu in the last 3 stages of a Mugikuyu's life. Please enjoy and share.توسط King'ori Kanyi, Ciku Gachugi, Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga
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In Part II, Waiyaki and Njeri continue the conversation with Ciku Gachugi and King'ori Kanyi as they dissect the Stages of life of a Mugikuyu, and explore and discuss topics such as ear piercing (gutonywo ndugira), warriorhood, motherhood and other aspects of the vibrant culture Agikuyu culture before colonization, Listen, share and give us feedbac…
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In this episode, Waiyaki and Njeri are joined by very special guests Ciku Gachugi and King'ori Kanyi. They explore and discuss the way of the Mugikuyu before colonization and contrast it with the post-colonial era. They also deepen the conversation further on the first two stages in the life of a Mugikuyu. Please enjoy.…
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In this podcast episode, Waiyaki and Njeri introduce ethical principles that the Mugikuyu aspired to live by (and should aspire to live by even today) and the stages that a man and a woman go through throughout their life. To learn more about Agikuyu ethics, please read the book "African Ethics, Gikuyu Traditional Morality" by Mutigaire Hannah Wang…
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In this episode, Waiyaki and Njeri tackle 8 key common questions that the listeners had asked. These questions span a broad variety of topics and represent what has been on the listeners minds after listening to the previous podcast episodes.توسط Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga
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Even before colonization, the Agikuyu were a deeply spiritual people who believed that the physical life continuously intertwined with the afterlife. In this episode, Waiyaki and Njeri are joined by King'ori wa Kanyi, to explore the Agikuyu spiritual beliefs on God, self, community and the afterlife. To learn more about Iri and Iriri, look for the …
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Muratina is an important and sacred aspect of the Agikuyu culture. Yet, over time, its true meaning has been misunderstood and its purpose watered down (pun intended) to that of an illicit brew. In this episode, Waiyaki and Njeri discuss the spiritual meaning, purpose and intention of the use of Muratina, according to the Agikuyu culture and tradit…
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Religion and spirituality have always been a central part of the Agikuyu culture. In this episode, Waiyaki and Njeri discuss pre-colonial Agikuyu traditions and ethics, and contrast it with modern day practices. Ref. The Decline of Spiritual Authority in Gikuyu Traditional Religion - Dr. Peter Kiarie Njoroge…
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Once you see and understand the true spiritual power and meaning behind Ngemi, (ululations) you will never say or hear them the same, again. Our heritage is rich and deep. In this Episode, Waiyaki & Njeri begin with a conversation about the bigger purpose of birth and children to the Agikuyu. They then have a provocative discussion about the 5 sacr…
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