Renowned Kenyan author, scholar, and activist Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o has passed away, his family announced on Wednesday evening, 28 May 2025. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dad, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o,” his daughter Wanjiku wa Ngugi shared in a poignant Facebook post. “He lived a full life, fought a good fight.” Echoing his final wish, she added, “Let’s celebrate his life and work. Rîa ratha na rîa thŭa. Tŭrî aira!”—a Gikuyu phrase loosely translating to “With joy and sorrow. We are proud.” The…
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