Imperial Family

A Million and a Thousand Weeks

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December 1st 2006
A million and a thousand weeks, according to my niece Emily - age 5, is how long I have been away. And in many respects she is so right! When I first came to this amazing land called Africa, I was told that the 4 - 6 months would seem like 4 to 6 years. Perhaps Emily has got it even more right? Today I begin the journey home. The day has been spent packing - two suitcases and a carry on. And ... read more

Africa » Kenya » Nairobi Province » Nairobi

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Founding president and liberation struggle icon Jomo KENYATTA led Kenya from independence until his death in 1978, when President Daniel Toroitich arap MOI took power in a constitutional succession. The country was a de facto one-party state from 196... ... read more