Wangoya Senior

He is popularly known as Nabii Mswahili, A name he acquired from one of the many films he has produced and been part of the cast as the protagonist. For reasons he wishes not to disclose, Lidai, through his movies and acts has always portrayed himself as a person of very low status in society. However, he tries to demystify the assumption that people considered financially 'poor' by society are not necessarily academically poor. In case you are lost in Tanzania and try to find him by his official name;  Athumani Mbinga,  you will be lost forever, never to be found until the second liberation of Christians come to be. You better stick to the old, sweet names of Madebe Lidai and Nabii Msawahili- that is if you ever want to meet him in person or follow up on him. Madebe lidai is a Tanzanian artist who has created a name for himself through his repetitive use of Swahili proverbs artistically to create humour and educate his audiences. The Movie star, who very little is known a...

There are a group of youthful men snatching unsuspecting commuters of their phones and valuables abord PSVs on our roads. The men step into moving vehicles especially from town towards Jogoo road as conductors are busy collecting bus fares from passengers aboard, and usually at the back of the bus. One might be tempted to think they are ‘assistant touts’ or ‘co-touts’ to the one already onboard, especially if and when your bus only has one at that time To them, two minutes is just too much time for them to plan, skim, and execute their mission and drop off the moving vehicles. They are very good at skimming their targets and are mostly interested in valuables such as phones, tablets, watches, etc. that the unsuspecting travelers carry in their hands while seated. It is always difficult to tell whether they are true conductors or muggers, reason being they are either dressed in a similar manner as the true touts, or the touts are dressed in a similar manner to them. Anyway, who dare...

This is my first Swahili blogpost. It is a poem that calls on visitors to come, visit and embrace the beauty, diversity, culture, history and wildlife of my great country, Kenya. Kenya ni nchi nzuri kweli, Yajulikana kote duniani Amani, Upendo na Umoja, Nyote mwakaribishwa Tusherehekee kwa pamoja , Uzuri wa nchi yetu Wanyama, Ndege nayo mimea, Tunayo kwa aina mbalimbali Ndovu, Twiga nao Nyumbu, Tausi hata na Heroe Wageni Karibuni Kenya Mpate raha isiyo kifani Bonde la ufa, tembea pwani, Maasai Mara, Tsavo na Impala Majumba ya kihistoria Fort Jesus na mengineyo Karibu ziwa Victoria, Kisiwani kule Rusinga Karibu uone mwenyewe, Chimbuko la historia Kila Pembe ya nchi yetu Kunayo mapya ya kujifunza Wamaasai, nao wadawida, Turkana fika usome Mila zetu tulizohifadhi Kwa manufaa yetu sote Mikono yetu iko tayari, Kuwapokea wageni wetu Tuwapeleke kotekote Mfurahikie mandhari yetu ‘tawafunza jambio bwana, Kenya hakuna matata Wageni Karibuni Kenya, Muuonje u...

I met a woman, one I've never met before, For a while, I spoke more fluent than before She stole my heart and put it right next to her's She changed the color and smell of air to that of her's I tasted, yes I surely did But to date I don't know her taste, Remember, I did nor eat, but I tasted. To date am not sure of who she is, Whether a girl, a woman or lady. The more she walks, the more I love, The more she talks, the weaker I become, The stronger the bonds between us merge, I wish I had the power to tell her so, To look directly into her eyes, Kneel down on one knee And happily tell her 'baby, I love you  so, will you be my baby? My miracle baby that I never sired?' I wish I was as romantic as I feel, So I could take her for  a walk in the park, Or a special Valentine's dinner for two, Then we'll have memories to look back to But this could only come true, If I had the guts to tell her 'I love you'. But look at the ...

This is the second piece as was promised in the first edition of my blogpost titled 'Becoming a better Student (part 1)'. In the first piece, we learnt that one needs to be prayerful, focused, a good time Manager, action oriented and able to walk the lonely path to success. Actually, these principle are not only applicable to students but to everyone who wants to succeed in life. In this edition, we I will base my discussion on general things I have learnt so far in life and not entirely on Dr.Ontieri's  lecture in early 2017. Well I think a better heading for this could be; Top Secrets to Greatness. Know who to trust Everyone in your neighborhood need not know of every struggle and joy you go through.  It has been my conviction that when everyone can tell the story of your life, then, you are not headed the right way. Let only your public life be known to the public and your private life be personal. Some people we tell our personal stories are not ...

The reality of death and life is a gift that only human beings can understand. Talking of it is a nightmare that no one wants to face in reality. The unfortunate thing, however, is that the ultimate way for all living things that breathe is death. In this regard it is important we value one another when we still have the time to do so. It is of best practise to acknowledge the presence if other people in our lives and do actions that we shall be proud to be associated with, even in our afterlife. IF I DIE YOUNG... If I die young, be happy for you shall see me no more The dark days you suffered for me shall be no more The sacrifices you made for me shall live to save you another day. If I die young, don't burry me in a suit. It shall only benefit the ants in my grave. Burry me not in an executive casket, For it adds no value to my dead bones. For when I lived, it never mattered to you That one day We shall depart ways, And you shall long even just to hear my voice T...

Many young people want to be successful in life, and it is the dream of many, to be in control of businesses that control the economies of their countries. In my interaction with some of the people considered powerful or successful by our society, I have outlined five key things that may determine your success, as an entrepreneur or a professional 1. Risking is normal Risk taking is part and parcel of the day- to- day operations of people we consider successful. It's the lessons they learn from taking the risks that help propel them to a higher success level daily. Most of these people make lots of mistakes but always endeavor not to repeat a mistake, unlike other people who may venture into a business, take risks once, and once profits don't add up, they wind up the business altogether. The people we consider successful tend to be a little patient with their business and take time before making major decisions in their businesses. Experience from friends inform...