The “Walkaway” Tactic
I never liked using the “I’m gonna walk away” tactic when you’re haggling for prices. It seems so cheesy and fake. Can’t we just skip the pretense and talk serious business? You know, business where you name a fair price and I counter with another fair price? Maybe you give me a price which is [...]
Gay Marriage in Kenya
There was a big huzzah in Kenya a few weeks ago when pictures circulated of two Kenyan men in the UK getting married. I got the e-mail from a colleague at work and had assumed it had made its way around ILRI, but then I saw it being actively discussed in several editions of print [...]
This Vehicle Is Driven Well
I saw something funny today. I see funny things most days actually, but I’ve been meaning to write about this one. According to the stickers on the window inside this matatu, not only is it driven well, it: Does not carry excess passengers Is operated by respectful, caring, and neat crew Lucky me! But of [...]
Hakuna Hiatus
4682 I haven’t been on hiatus, I’ve been on holiday! Actually I’ve been working a lot, but I did make it across the border this past weekend for a little rest and relaxation. One thing I realized during my 24-hour stay in Tanzania was that my Swahili is permanently Kenyanized. I’ve already accepted that I’m [...]
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