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Irua (Initiation into adulthood)

Matirî Ngemi by Waiyaki Gichanga

Aug 6, 202101:27:09Society & Culture

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 woul...

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Irua (Initiation into adulthood) is an episode from Matirî Ngemi by Waiyaki Gichanga. 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...

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