Tag Archives: Kenya

The 1st of January is the day of the dhow race in Lamu, Kenya

Posted on April 17, 2014 by leratomogoatlhe

It’s an Island, so of course boats are a big deal. Add the fact that there are no cars (okay, maybe two that belong to the local government), and you pretty much understand why Lamu is mad … Continue reading →

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Mister President

Posted on May 28, 2013 by leratomogoatlhe

Recently elected Kenyan president responds to his first name Uhuru, and treats everyone like a friend. He is relaxed and reveals endearing titbits of information about himself, like how he doesn’t like wearing glasses and contacts even though he can’t … Continue reading →

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Bath time

Posted on January 17, 2013 by leratomogoatlhe

They treat donkeys like pets and royalty in Lamu.

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We’re Jamming

Posted on January 17, 2013 by leratomogoatlhe

Take a few drums, a few happy dhow operators and a lot of people clapping hands and you have a ngoma session. Shella beach, Lamu.

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Scooby the Donkey

Posted on January 17, 2013 by leratomogoatlhe

With a town that has no cars and thousands and thousands of donkeys you best believe Lamu’s superhero is a donkey.

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Kahawa

Posted on January 17, 2013 by leratomogoatlhe

Coffee, kahawa in Swahili, is a HUGE part of life along the Swahili coast. It’s served sweet or bitter in small Japanese tea cups and served with fudge.