https://simplecast.com Matirî Ngemi Matirí Ngemi is a podcast discussing, exploring and researching the Agikuyu culture, history and heritage. en Sun, 14 May 2023 17:00:41 +0000 Sun, 14 May 2023 17:00:51 +0000 https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com Matirî Ngemi https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/0a53ddb8-ff78-4ef4-94a9-acfdd48b1693/cba0a0d2-5c1e-4673-b625-f72365078e23/3000x3000/photo-2020-09-11-03-20-06.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com episodic Matirí Ngemi is a podcast discussing, exploring and researching the Agikuyu culture, history and heritage. Matirî Ngemi no https://feeds.simplecast.com/0jZnqMA5 mugikuyu, mukurwe wa nyagathanga, mumbi, mwene nyaga, nduire, kikuyu, gikuyu, agikuyu, unduire, kenya, kikuyu culture, mau mau, mt kenya Waiyaki Gichanga matiri.ngemi@gmail.com 76ee44cd-37f3-4a24-9188-aa7246e74f1b Mûkami Kîmathi and Field Marshal Mûthoni Kîrîma 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 Mûthoni wa Kîrîma (born 1931) is a retired top-ranking female fighter in the Kenya Land and Freedom Army of the Mau Mau Uprising in the 1950s. Few Mau Mau women became active fighters, and Muthoni is the only woman to have attained the Mau Mau rank of field-marshal. Please listen, enjoy and share!

  1. https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/weekend/how-mukami-kept-kimathi-name-alive-over-the-years-4232706
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muthoni_Kirima
  3. https://www.youtube.com/live/OzKfTF_otPs?feature=share
  4. https://www.mathaga.com/products/kirira-kia-agikuyu-by-m-n-kabetu?_pos=2&_sid=5679af2b9&_ss=r
]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 17:00:41 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho, Kingori wa Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/mukami-kimathi-and-field-marshal-muthoni-kirima-wyh0mKDN 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 Mûthoni wa Kîrîma (born 1931) is a retired top-ranking female fighter in the Kenya Land and Freedom Army of the Mau Mau Uprising in the 1950s. Few Mau Mau women became active fighters, and Muthoni is the only woman to have attained the Mau Mau rank of field-marshal. Please listen, enjoy and share!

  1. https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/weekend/how-mukami-kept-kimathi-name-alive-over-the-years-4232706
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muthoni_Kirima
  3. https://www.youtube.com/live/OzKfTF_otPs?feature=share
  4. https://www.mathaga.com/products/kirira-kia-agikuyu-by-m-n-kabetu?_pos=2&_sid=5679af2b9&_ss=r
]]> Mûkami Kîmathi and Field Marshal Mûthoni Kîrîma Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho, Kingori wa Kanyi 00:41:29 Mûkami Kîmathi (1930 - 2023) was Dedan Kîmathi's wife, a mother and grandmother 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 Mûthoni wa Kîrîma (born 1931) is a retired top-ranking female fighter in the Kenya Land and Freedom Army of the Mau Mau Uprising in the 1950s. Few Mau Mau women became active fighters, and Muthoni is the only woman to have attained the Mau Mau rank of field-marshal. Please listen, enjoy and share! Mûkami Kîmathi (1930 - 2023) was Dedan Kîmathi's wife, a mother and grandmother 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 Mûthoni wa Kîrîma (born 1931) is a retired top-ranking female fighter in the Kenya Land and Freedom Army of the Mau Mau Uprising in the 1950s. Few Mau Mau women became active fighters, and Muthoni is the only woman to have attained the Mau Mau rank of field-marshal. Please listen, enjoy and share! no full 9 3 fa03abac-e073-42f2-a18a-6c3460829b54 Field Marshal Dedan Kîmathi Wa Waciûri 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 and executed in 1957, his contributions to Kenya's struggle for freedom continue to inspire generations. Join us as we explore the complex life of this anti-colonial revolutionary, whose actions and ideologies continue to shape discussions about independence, identity, and the ongoing process of decolonization. To learn more, please listen and share!

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedan_Kimathi
  2. https://www.mathaga.com/products/dedan-kimathi-the-real-story-by-sam-kahiga?_pos=1&_sid=1195c2c80&_ss=r
  3. https://youtu.be/zbMtnoSd06Y
  4. https://youtu.be/Yz5jRjQJ6a4
]]> Sun, 7 May 2023 14:04:43 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho, Kingori wa Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/field-marshal-dedan-kimathi-wa-waciuri-JMMdYjUd 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 and executed in 1957, his contributions to Kenya's struggle for freedom continue to inspire generations. Join us as we explore the complex life of this anti-colonial revolutionary, whose actions and ideologies continue to shape discussions about independence, identity, and the ongoing process of decolonization. To learn more, please listen and share!

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedan_Kimathi
  2. https://www.mathaga.com/products/dedan-kimathi-the-real-story-by-sam-kahiga?_pos=1&_sid=1195c2c80&_ss=r
  3. https://youtu.be/zbMtnoSd06Y
  4. https://youtu.be/Yz5jRjQJ6a4
]]> Field Marshal Dedan Kîmathi Wa Waciûri Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho, Kingori wa Kanyi 00:58:19 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 and executed in 1957, his contributions to Kenya's struggle for freedom continue to inspire generations. Join us as we explore the complex life of this anti-colonial revolutionary, whose actions and ideologies continue to shape discussions about independence, identity, and the ongoing process of decolonization. To learn more, please listen and share! 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 and executed in 1957, his contributions to Kenya's struggle for freedom continue to inspire generations. Join us as we explore the complex life of this anti-colonial revolutionary, whose actions and ideologies continue to shape discussions about independence, identity, and the ongoing process of decolonization. To learn more, please listen and share! kimathi waciuri, dedan kimathi, kimathi no full 8 3 761fa570-4206-4a27-922b-db2b580da53d Mûrathi Kairîtu 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. 

Resources:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/collections/new-and-popular/products/urathi-wa-cege-wa-kibiru-by-d-kinuthia-mugia
  2. https://a.co/d/2mXrv7I

 

]]> Sun, 30 Apr 2023 06:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri wa Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Waiyaki wa Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/murathi-kairetu-v99lJpdV 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. 

Resources:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/collections/new-and-popular/products/urathi-wa-cege-wa-kibiru-by-d-kinuthia-mugia
  2. https://a.co/d/2mXrv7I

 

]]> Mûrathi Kairîtu Njeri wa Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Waiyaki wa Gichanga 00:30:10 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 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. 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 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. murathi kairetu, murathi, mugo wa kibiru, rironi no full 7 3 d852a52b-e7d3-4302-83b7-322690a9a494 Harry Thuku & Mûthoni Nyanjirû 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 Kikuyu Provincial Association, and in 1944 founded the Kenya African Study Union. He opposed to the Mau Mau movement.

Mary Muthoni Nyanjiru (Birth date unknown -died March 16, 1922) was a Kikuyu woman and a political activist remembered for leading the protest after the arrest of Harry Thuku, that resulted in her death. Muthoni Nyanjiru was born in Weithaga, Murang'a, although her date or year of birth are not recorded. By the time she was shot and killed in 1922, she lived in Nairobi with her stepdaughter, Elizabeth Waruiru.To learn more about them, please listen, enjoy and share. 

Resources:

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Thuku
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Muthoni_Nyanjiru
  3. https://www.mathaga.com/products/history-of-resistance-in-kenya-by-maina-wa-kinyatti-1?_pos=5&_sid=521ea7921&_ss=r&variant=41273150341288
]]> Sun, 23 Apr 2023 06:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/harry-thuku-muthoni-nyanjiru-XpEbyqPg 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 Kikuyu Provincial Association, and in 1944 founded the Kenya African Study Union. He opposed to the Mau Mau movement.

Mary Muthoni Nyanjiru (Birth date unknown -died March 16, 1922) was a Kikuyu woman and a political activist remembered for leading the protest after the arrest of Harry Thuku, that resulted in her death. Muthoni Nyanjiru was born in Weithaga, Murang'a, although her date or year of birth are not recorded. By the time she was shot and killed in 1922, she lived in Nairobi with her stepdaughter, Elizabeth Waruiru.To learn more about them, please listen, enjoy and share. 

Resources:

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Thuku
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Muthoni_Nyanjiru
  3. https://www.mathaga.com/products/history-of-resistance-in-kenya-by-maina-wa-kinyatti-1?_pos=5&_sid=521ea7921&_ss=r&variant=41273150341288
]]> Harry Thuku & Mûthoni Nyanjirû Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi 00:51:55 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 Kikuyu Provincial Association, and in 1944 founded the Kenya African Study Union. He opposed to the Mau Mau movement. Mary Muthoni Nyanjiru (Birth date unknown -died March 16, 1922) was a Kikuyu woman and a political activist remembered for leading the protest after the arrest of Harry Thuku, that resulted in her death. Muthoni Nyanjiru was born in Weithaga, Murang'a, although her date or year of birth are not recorded. By the time she was shot and killed in 1922, she lived in Nairobi with her stepdaughter, Elizabeth Waruiru. To learn more about them, please listen, enjoy and share. 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 Kikuyu Provincial Association, and in 1944 founded the Kenya African Study Union. He opposed to the Mau Mau movement. Mary Muthoni Nyanjiru (Birth date unknown -died March 16, 1922) was a Kikuyu woman and a political activist remembered for leading the protest after the arrest of Harry Thuku, that resulted in her death. Muthoni Nyanjiru was born in Weithaga, Murang'a, although her date or year of birth are not recorded. By the time she was shot and killed in 1922, she lived in Nairobi with her stepdaughter, Elizabeth Waruiru. To learn more about them, please listen, enjoy and share. harry thuku, muthoni nyanjiru no full 6 3 e7cb7862-2a80-4abb-ba34-1b8806ac8b80 Gaciî Wa Kîhara The story of Gaciî wa Kîhara is a story of courage and undying love for our land and our families; pride for who we are and what is ours. This is an epic story of the man, the legend, Gaciî wa Kihara. Please listen, enjoy and share. 

]]> Sun, 16 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/gacii-wa-kihara-nbVqgiO6 The story of Gaciî wa Kîhara is a story of courage and undying love for our land and our families; pride for who we are and what is ours. This is an epic story of the man, the legend, Gaciî wa Kihara. Please listen, enjoy and share. 

]]> Gaciî Wa Kîhara Waiyaki Gichanga 00:34:56 The story of Gaciî wa Kîhara is a story of courage and undying love for our land and our families; pride for who we are and what is ours. This is an epic story of the man, the legend, Gaciî wa Kihara. Please listen, enjoy and share. The story of Gaciî wa Kîhara is a story of courage and undying love for our land and our families; pride for who we are and what is ours. This is an epic story of the man, the legend, Gaciî wa Kihara. Please listen, enjoy and share. no full 5 3 ad628e42-7e1c-4f52-9392-f6b13617094a Waiyaki Wa Hinga 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 below:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/muthamaki-waiyaki-wa-hinga-paperback-the-untold-story-by-njoroge-regeru
  2. https://artsandculture.google.com/entity/waiyaki-wa-hinga/m0hr7t39?hl=en
  3. https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/dn2/122-years-later-family-seeks-hero-s-burial-for-waiyaki-wa-hinga-1020822
  4. https://nairobilawmonthly.com/index.php/2018/08/03/lawyer-traces-kikuyu-warrior-waiyaki-wa-hinga-to-maa-roots/
  5. https://youtu.be/BzF8PlEKBRc
     

 

]]> Sun, 9 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/waiyaki-wa-hinga-dgJOcPi7 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 below:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/muthamaki-waiyaki-wa-hinga-paperback-the-untold-story-by-njoroge-regeru
  2. https://artsandculture.google.com/entity/waiyaki-wa-hinga/m0hr7t39?hl=en
  3. https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/dn2/122-years-later-family-seeks-hero-s-burial-for-waiyaki-wa-hinga-1020822
  4. https://nairobilawmonthly.com/index.php/2018/08/03/lawyer-traces-kikuyu-warrior-waiyaki-wa-hinga-to-maa-roots/
  5. https://youtu.be/BzF8PlEKBRc
     

 

]]> Waiyaki Wa Hinga Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:31:18 Waiyaki Wa Hinga was a Mûthamaki who was a leader of Southern Gikuyu. A great man, a leader, fearless warrior, and 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 below: https://www.mathaga.com/products/muthamaki-waiyaki-wa-hinga-paperback-the-untold-story-by-njoroge-regeru https://artsandculture.google.com/entity/waiyaki-wa-hinga/m0hr7t39?hl=en https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/dn2/122-years-later-family-seeks-hero-s-burial-for-waiyaki-wa-hinga-1020822 https://nairobilawmonthly.com/index.php/2018/08/03/lawyer-traces-kikuyu-warrior-waiyaki-wa-hinga-to-maa-roots/ https://youtu.be/BzF8PlEKBRc Waiyaki Wa Hinga was a Mûthamaki who was a leader of Southern Gikuyu. A great man, a leader, fearless warrior, and 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 below: https://www.mathaga.com/products/muthamaki-waiyaki-wa-hinga-paperback-the-untold-story-by-njoroge-regeru https://artsandculture.google.com/entity/waiyaki-wa-hinga/m0hr7t39?hl=en https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/dn2/122-years-later-family-seeks-hero-s-burial-for-waiyaki-wa-hinga-1020822 https://nairobilawmonthly.com/index.php/2018/08/03/lawyer-traces-kikuyu-warrior-waiyaki-wa-hinga-to-maa-roots/ https://youtu.be/BzF8PlEKBRc hinga, mugo wa kibiru, waiyaki wa hinga, muthamaki no full 4 3 99942a7a-d553-40af-b5eb-ec066997d196 Wang'ombe wa Ihûra 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:

  1. https://app.box.com/s/1nk7m2yjwythef91hqmy9teafprfpqkw
  2. https://discover.hubpages.com/education/Chief-Wangombe-wa-Ihura
]]> Sun, 2 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/wangombe-wa-ihura-r5GEW2As 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:

  1. https://app.box.com/s/1nk7m2yjwythef91hqmy9teafprfpqkw
  2. https://discover.hubpages.com/education/Chief-Wangombe-wa-Ihura
]]> Wang'ombe wa Ihûra Waiyaki Gichanga 00:46:12 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 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 no full 3 3 6ae76f1e-bc93-47f9-877b-e5ca8dbadb31 Wangû wa Makeri 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 parent’s farm as a labourer. To learn more about Wangu, please listen and share.

Below are some links to some resources:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/wangu-wa-makeri-by-mary-w-wanyoika
  2. https://artsandculture.google.com/story/wangu-wa-makeri-the-story-of-the-fiery-kikuyu-chieftess/RgICpQ_bJ4-QLA
  3. Mûcûngwa: https://youtu.be/GV715ovKpxA
     
]]> Sun, 26 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Kingori wa Kanyi, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/wangu-wa-makeri-nXtOC4Vm 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 parent’s farm as a labourer. To learn more about Wangu, please listen and share.

Below are some links to some resources:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/wangu-wa-makeri-by-mary-w-wanyoika
  2. https://artsandculture.google.com/story/wangu-wa-makeri-the-story-of-the-fiery-kikuyu-chieftess/RgICpQ_bJ4-QLA
  3. Mûcûngwa: https://youtu.be/GV715ovKpxA
     
]]> Wangû wa Makeri Kingori wa Kanyi, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:50:04 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 parent’s farm as a labourer. To learn more about Wangu, please listen and share. Below are some links to some resources: 1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/wangu-wa-makeri-by-mary-w-wanyoika 2. https://artsandculture.google.com/story/wangu-wa-makeri-the-story-of-the-fiery-kikuyu-chieftess/RgICpQ_bJ4-QLA 3. Mûcûngwa: https://youtu.be/GV715ovKpxA 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 parent’s farm as a labourer. To learn more about Wangu, please listen and share. Below are some links to some resources: 1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/wangu-wa-makeri-by-mary-w-wanyoika 2. https://artsandculture.google.com/story/wangu-wa-makeri-the-story-of-the-fiery-kikuyu-chieftess/RgICpQ_bJ4-QLA 3. Mûcûngwa: https://youtu.be/GV715ovKpxA wangu wa makeri, wangu no full 2 3 8df63f85-7dd6-432c-a5e1-fdfb2864df55 Mûgo wa Kîbirû 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:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/urathi-wa-cege-wa-kibiru-by-d-kinuthia-mugia?_pos=4&_sid=0a4e7d8ec&_ss=r
  2. https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/09/13/cege-wa-kibiru/
  3. https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/mugo-wa-kibiru-the-seer-kikuyu-community-shujaa-stories/qgEnNW7tf2iuIA?hl=en
]]> Sun, 12 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Kingori wa Kanyi, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/mugo-wa-kibiru-ond_6Uta 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:

  1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/urathi-wa-cege-wa-kibiru-by-d-kinuthia-mugia?_pos=4&_sid=0a4e7d8ec&_ss=r
  2. https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/09/13/cege-wa-kibiru/
  3. https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/mugo-wa-kibiru-the-seer-kikuyu-community-shujaa-stories/qgEnNW7tf2iuIA?hl=en
]]> Mûgo wa Kîbirû Kingori wa Kanyi, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:41:14 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: 1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/urathi-wa-cege-wa-kibiru-by-d-kinuthia-mugia?_pos=4&_sid=0a4e7d8ec&_ss=r 2. https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/09/13/cege-wa-kibiru/ 3. https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/mugo-wa-kibiru-the-seer-kikuyu-community-shujaa-stories/qgEnNW7tf2iuIA?hl=en 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: 1. https://www.mathaga.com/products/urathi-wa-cege-wa-kibiru-by-d-kinuthia-mugia?_pos=4&_sid=0a4e7d8ec&_ss=r 2. https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/09/13/cege-wa-kibiru/ 3. https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/mugo-wa-kibiru-the-seer-kikuyu-community-shujaa-stories/qgEnNW7tf2iuIA?hl=en chege wa kibiru, urathi, ugo, mugo wa kibiru no full 1 3 42f9b3fe-5ec1-46ab-8245-ae4b14a08af5 Season 3 Teaser This short teaser episode introduces Season 3 and discusses what we will cover. Enjoy! 

]]> Sun, 5 Mar 2023 14:15:52 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/season-3-teaser-Fr0w5ONo This short teaser episode introduces Season 3 and discusses what we will cover. Enjoy! 

]]> Season 3 Teaser Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:08:20 This short teaser episode introduces Season 3 and discusses what we will cover. Enjoy! This short teaser episode introduces Season 3 and discusses what we will cover. Enjoy! no trailer 3 12900687-f16c-4544-bc18-b2af6649b22a Season Two Reflections In the final episode of the season, Waiyaki and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 2! Please enjoy and share. 

]]> Fri, 3 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/season-two-reflections-vGOsJiLn In the final episode of the season, Waiyaki and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 2! Please enjoy and share. 

]]> Season Two Reflections Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi 01:14:10 In the season 2 finale, Waiyaki, King'ori and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one and and two, discuss their favorite episodes, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 3! Please subscribe, enjoy and share. In the season 2 finale, Waiyaki, King'ori and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one and and two, discuss their favorite episodes, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 3! Please subscribe, enjoy and share. no full 10 2 00060240-c146-4f4b-8950-ed96c963a8da Single-Parenthood 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 discussion. To learn more, please research these topics by consulting with knowledgable elders in our community. 

Listen, subscribe, share and enjoy the podcast!

]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2021 19:21:54 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga, King'ori Kanyi, Njeri Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/single-parenthood-GPbXl0mW 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 discussion. To learn more, please research these topics by consulting with knowledgable elders in our community. 

Listen, subscribe, share and enjoy the podcast!

]]> Single-Parenthood Waiyaki Gichanga, King'ori Kanyi, Njeri Ndiho 00:57:40 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 discussion. To learn more, please research these topics by consulting with knowledgable elders in our community. Listen, subscribe, share and enjoy the podcast! 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 discussion. To learn more, please research these topics by consulting with knowledgable elders in our community. Listen, subscribe, share and enjoy the podcast! miruru, kuhata miruru no full 9 2 444bd44f-e61f-4fd2-ad2b-990016453b31 Listeners' Choice - Part II 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!

]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/listeners-choice-part-ii-I4UoUjEq 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!

]]> Listeners' Choice - Part II Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi 01:11:46 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! 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! no full 8 2 6432dbf5-bd1f-46e5-82c0-348a5c05eb76 Listeners' Choice - Part I 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. 

]]> Fri, 1 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/listeners-choice-part-i-LyIp2mH_ 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. 

]]> Listeners' Choice - Part I Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi 01:39:39 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. 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. no full 7 2 bdae994b-bd2c-4e4a-b893-1f6ce191fefa Ûthoni na Rûracio (Agîkûyû Philosophy on Marriage) - Part III 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 questions; so send those in using our twitter, instagram and facebook. You can also email your detailed question to matiringemi@gmail.com

]]> Fri, 17 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/uthoni-na-ruracio-agikuyu-philosophy-on-marriage-part-iii-yCxjpL31 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 questions; so send those in using our twitter, instagram and facebook. You can also email your detailed question to matiringemi@gmail.com

]]> Ûthoni na Rûracio (Agîkûyû Philosophy on Marriage) - Part III Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Waiyaki Gichanga 01:14:59 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 questions; so send those in using our twitter, instagram and facebook. You can also email your detailed question to matiringemi@gmail.com 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 questions; so send those in using our twitter, instagram and facebook. You can also email your detailed question to matiringemi@gmail.com uthoni, ngurario, ruracio, uhiki no full 6 2 dcc122d9-4aa5-4256-b8a5-6bf2a02899a8 Ûthoni na Rûracio (Agîkûyû Philosophy on Marriage) - Part II 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-kikuyu-before-1903-by-l-s-b-leakey)

]]> Fri, 3 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/uthoni-na-ruracio-agikuyu-philosophy-on-marriage-part-ii-Qsxsd6mg 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-kikuyu-before-1903-by-l-s-b-leakey)

]]> Ûthoni na Rûracio (Agîkûyû Philosophy on Marriage) - Part II Njeri wa Ndiho, Waiyaki wa Gichanga, King'ori wa Kanyi 01:04:37 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-kikuyu-before-1903-by-l-s-b-leakey) 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-kikuyu-before-1903-by-l-s-b-leakey) uthoni, ngurario, ruracio, kikuyu marriage no full 5 2 c2fcedff-8427-421d-81ab-a672c041e1ac Ûthoni na Rûracio (Agîkûyû Philosophy on Marriage) - Part I 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, share and provide feedback. 

]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/uthoni-na-ruracio-agikuyu-philosophy-on-marriage-part-i-NZtRJKc2 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, share and provide feedback. 

]]> Ûthoni na Rûracio (Agîkûyû Philosophy on Marriage) - Part I Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Waiyaki Gichanga 01:23:33 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, share and provide feedback. 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, share and provide feedback. uthoni, ngurario, ruracio, uhiki no full 4 2 6b877e88-f3ae-474b-baf1-e8fc9bd6e1ff Irua (Initiation into adulthood) 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 Irua: (Included are some of the songs that were/are sang during the Irua period)

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2017/11/08/gikuyu-foundational-teaching-for-initiates/

 

Songs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x5uu3HuFJc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5H_CD0_vdA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8g29_uNrA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9ilRCG9yjk

]]> Fri, 6 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga, King'ori Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/irua-initiation-into-adulthood-QPPN4XDJ 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 Irua: (Included are some of the songs that were/are sang during the Irua period)

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2017/11/08/gikuyu-foundational-teaching-for-initiates/

 

Songs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x5uu3HuFJc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5H_CD0_vdA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8g29_uNrA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9ilRCG9yjk

]]> Irua (Initiation into adulthood) Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga, King'ori Kanyi 01:27:09 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 Irua: (Included are some of the songs that were/are sang during the Irua period) https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2017/11/08/gikuyu-foundational-teaching-for-initiates/ Songs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x5uu3HuFJc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5H_CD0_vdA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8g29_uNrA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9ilRCG9yjk 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 Irua: (Included are some of the songs that were/are sang during the Irua period) https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2017/11/08/gikuyu-foundational-teaching-for-initiates/ Songs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x5uu3HuFJc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5H_CD0_vdA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN8g29_uNrA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9ilRCG9yjk irua no full 3 2 57809bc1-044b-4d52-bf97-46cf62ddbfd1 The Economy of the Mûgîkûyû 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-mukungugu/

 

Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. 

]]> Fri, 23 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (King'ori Kanyi, Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-mugikuyu-family-relationships-and-economy-ZJMAlNQb 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-mukungugu/

 

Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. 

]]> The Economy of the Mûgîkûyû King'ori Kanyi, Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga 00:55:45 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-mukungugu/ Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. 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-mukungugu/ Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. no full 2 2 66e73de1-fa26-4ad2-a62a-3623979836e5 Mûciî wa Mûgîkûyû (Home of the Mûgîkûyû) 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/2011/09/18/mucii/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/15/kikuyu-traditional-architecture-documented/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/29/kikuyu-mans-abode/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/11/09/thingira-2/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/09/08/gikuyu-nyumba-sacred-geometry/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/11/03/healing-instrument/

 

Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. 

]]> Fri, 9 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/mucii-wa-mugikuyu-54XfOMtT 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/2011/09/18/mucii/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/15/kikuyu-traditional-architecture-documented/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/29/kikuyu-mans-abode/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/11/09/thingira-2/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/09/08/gikuyu-nyumba-sacred-geometry/

https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/11/03/healing-instrument/

 

Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. 

]]> Mûciî wa Mûgîkûyû (Home of the Mûgîkûyû) Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:49:04 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/2011/09/18/mucii/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/15/kikuyu-traditional-architecture-documented/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/29/kikuyu-mans-abode/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/11/09/thingira-2/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/09/08/gikuyu-nyumba-sacred-geometry/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/11/03/healing-instrument/ Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. 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/2011/09/18/mucii/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/15/kikuyu-traditional-architecture-documented/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/06/29/kikuyu-mans-abode/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2014/11/09/thingira-2/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/09/08/gikuyu-nyumba-sacred-geometry/ https://mukuyu.wordpress.com/2015/11/03/healing-instrument/ Enjoy and please give us feedback. Nî ngatho. no full 1 2 4982f94a-b6b2-4bda-98e7-02e49e5ac154 Season 2 Prelude 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 in episode 4, and 5, we will delve into Ûthoni, its meaning and importance and discuss Rûracio and Ngurario. To follow up this all-encompassing topic of marriage, we will discuss Mîruru in Episode 7. In Episode 6, we will have a Q&A session, based on the topics we have discussed so far. In Episode 8, we will go discuss Kîrumi, Mûgiro and Thahu. We will conclude the season, by discussing and translating a Gîkuyu Prayer in detail in episodes 9 and 10. Hope you learn and enjoy!

]]> Fri, 2 Jul 2021 04:06:28 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/season-2-prelude-Fw5W_0mQ 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 in episode 4, and 5, we will delve into Ûthoni, its meaning and importance and discuss Rûracio and Ngurario. To follow up this all-encompassing topic of marriage, we will discuss Mîruru in Episode 7. In Episode 6, we will have a Q&A session, based on the topics we have discussed so far. In Episode 8, we will go discuss Kîrumi, Mûgiro and Thahu. We will conclude the season, by discussing and translating a Gîkuyu Prayer in detail in episodes 9 and 10. Hope you learn and enjoy!

]]> Season 2 Prelude Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:17:03 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 in episode 4, and 5, we will delve into Ûthoni, its meaning and importance and discuss Rûracio and Ngurario. To follow up this all-encompassing topic of marriage, we will discuss Mîruru in Episode 7. In Episode 6, we will have a Q&A session, based on the topics we have discussed so far. In Episode 8, we will go discuss Kîrumi, Mûgiro and Thahu. We will conclude the season, by discussing and translating a Gîkuyu Prayer in detail in episodes 9 and 10. Hope you learn and enjoy! 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 in episode 4, and 5, we will delve into Ûthoni, its meaning and importance and discuss Rûracio and Ngurario. To follow up this all-encompassing topic of marriage, we will discuss Mîruru in Episode 7. In Episode 6, we will have a Q&A session, based on the topics we have discussed so far. In Episode 8, we will go discuss Kîrumi, Mûgiro and Thahu. We will conclude the season, by discussing and translating a Gîkuyu Prayer in detail in episodes 9 and 10. Hope you learn and enjoy! no trailer 2 4d297f90-b358-4a1d-b077-6ef673b7bf08 Season Reflections In the final episode of the season, Waiyaki and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 2! Please enjoy and share. 

]]> Sat, 14 Nov 2020 15:16:10 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/season-reflections-32SjY2ke In the final episode of the season, Waiyaki and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 2! Please enjoy and share. 

]]> Season Reflections Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga 01:05:18 In the final episode of the season, Waiyaki and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 2! Please enjoy and share. In the final episode of the season, Waiyaki and Njeri reflect on their podcast journey through season one, bringing to light key themes from each episode. See you in season 2! Please enjoy and share. no full 11 1 1dcac8f9-37f1-4555-9f7a-6a59404bc50e The Pre-Colonial Agîkûyû Way of Life - Part III 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. 

]]> Sat, 31 Oct 2020 15:25:00 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (King'ori Kanyi, Ciku Gachugi, Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-pre-colonial-agikuyu-way-of-life-part-iii-EfovJPo2 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. 

]]> The Pre-Colonial Agîkûyû Way of Life - Part III King'ori Kanyi, Ciku Gachugi, Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga 00:57:15 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. 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. no full 10 1 53cc0556-5290-428c-8aa5-59c8f970ea9a The Pre-Colonial Agîkûyû Way of Life - Part II 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 feedback.

]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2020 17:58:07 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Ciku Gachugi, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-pre-colonial-agikuyu-way-of-life-part-ii-xMUSZZSX 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 feedback.

]]> The Pre-Colonial Agîkûyû Way of Life - Part II Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi, Ciku Gachugi, Waiyaki Gichanga 01:04:17 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 feedback. 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 feedback. no full 9 1 d00640a6-2faf-460a-a98b-11d51a147432 The Pre-Colonial Agîkûyû Way of Life - Part I 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.

]]> Sat, 17 Oct 2020 02:31:20 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga, Ciku Gachugi, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-pre-colonial-agikuyu-way-of-life-QEJVB7uT 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.

]]> The Pre-Colonial Agîkûyû Way of Life - Part I Waiyaki Gichanga, Ciku Gachugi, Njeri Ndiho, King'ori Kanyi 00:47:45 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. 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. no full 8 1 998a8b49-cd0d-4f83-bab1-0cea376286b9 The Life of a Mûgîkûyû 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 Wangeci Kinoti. 

]]> Fri, 2 Oct 2020 14:47:08 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-life-of-a-mugikuyu-sBrJH5bz 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 Wangeci Kinoti. 

]]> The Life of a Mûgîkûyû Waiyaki Gichanga 01:03:52 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 Wangeci Kinoti. 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 Wangeci Kinoti. ethics, gikuyu, stages of a mugikuyu, mugikuyu, morality no full 7 1 4deb330b-b279-43df-ae3b-09a278d16383 Listeners' Choice 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.

]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2020 14:16:54 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/listeners-choice-KP3RWMDK 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.

]]> Listeners' Choice Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga 00:55:16 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. 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. ugikuyu, kirira, agikuyu, unduire no full 6 1 952f0d92-9ae7-4764-8fab-a867f5f77a7e Agîkûyû Religion & Spirituality Part II 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 books African Ethics by Hannah Wangeci Kinoti, and Mutigairi na Iriri (1937), and Mwendwoniri na Iriri (1937) by Justin Itotia wa Kimacia. 

]]> Fri, 4 Sep 2020 17:05:40 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi, Njeri Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/agikuyu-religion-spirituality-part-ii-ohimC9QV 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 books African Ethics by Hannah Wangeci Kinoti, and Mutigairi na Iriri (1937), and Mwendwoniri na Iriri (1937) by Justin Itotia wa Kimacia. 

]]> Agîkûyû Religion & Spirituality Part II Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Kingori wa Kanyi, Njeri Ndiho 01:04:54 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 books African Ethics by Hannah Wangeci Kinoti, and Mutigairi na Iriri (1937), and Mwendwoniri na Iriri (1937) by Justin Itotia wa Kimacia. 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 books African Ethics by Hannah Wangeci Kinoti, and Mutigairi na Iriri (1937), and Mwendwoniri na Iriri (1937) by Justin Itotia wa Kimacia. kikuyu, kikuyu religion, agikuyu, weru wa mukagaa, afterlife, unduire no full 5 1 c0c28fb2-2fe8-4079-a190-980a37dc6564 The Philosophy of Mûratina 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 traditions. 

]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:32:01 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-philosophy-of-muratina-OVjGXPyu 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 traditions. 

]]> The Philosophy of Mûratina Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:48:49 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 traditions. 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 traditions. muratina, alcohol, agikuyu, unduire no full 4 1 afee47a3-7ba0-401e-a626-041e8967501c Agîkûyû Religion and Spirituality Before British Rule 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

]]> Sat, 8 Aug 2020 04:02:15 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/agikuyu-religion-and-spirituality-before-british-rule-iBQV5E27 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

]]> Agîkûyû Religion and Spirituality Before British Rule Waiyaki Gichanga, Njeri Ndiho 00:45:44 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 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 agikuyu, unduire, religion no full 3 1 63d4b168-c674-4e09-a7cb-3c01db1990ff The Power of "Ngemi" (Ululations) 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 sacred and spiritual meanings behind Ngemi (ululations.) We close with perspective on the importance of naming and how the Agikuyu named their children.

Join us, enjoy and share widely.
 

Ref. The Southern Kikuyu before 1903 by L.S.B Leakey Vol II

]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 04:28:12 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/ngemi-wpA5TVpf 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 sacred and spiritual meanings behind Ngemi (ululations.) We close with perspective on the importance of naming and how the Agikuyu named their children.

Join us, enjoy and share widely.
 

Ref. The Southern Kikuyu before 1903 by L.S.B Leakey Vol II

]]> The Power of "Ngemi" (Ululations) Waiyaki wa Gichanga, Njeri wa Ndiho 00:50:26 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 sacred and spiritual meanings behind Ngemi (ululations.) We close with perspective on the importance of naming and how the Agikuyu named their children. Join us, enjoy and share widely. 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 sacred and spiritual meanings behind Ngemi (ululations.) We close with perspective on the importance of naming and how the Agikuyu named their children. Join us, enjoy and share widely. ngemi no full 2 1 ee32df6e-de04-4192-8f5e-872620189a63 The Origin Story Sun, 19 Jul 2020 02:45:02 +0000 matiri.ngemi@gmail.com (Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga) https://matiri-ngemi.simplecast.com/episodes/the-origin-story-rgdtI95_ The Origin Story Njeri Ndiho, Waiyaki Gichanga 00:53:45 This first podcast details the origin story of the Agikuyu, the clans and some of their characteristics, and informs the listener on how to find out about their lineage. Enjoy. This first podcast details the origin story of the Agikuyu, the clans and some of their characteristics, and informs the listener on how to find out about their lineage. Enjoy. wangeci, aicakamuyu, wairimu, gikuyu, wambi, wanjiru, wanjeri, wamuyu, mwene nyaga, muhiriga, clan, nyambura, ethaga, mumbi no full 1 1