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The Legacy of Fear: How the Shadow of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Shaped Kenya's Political Landscape In the annals of Kenya's political history, the events of 1969 stand out as a defining moment marked by fear, coercion, and manipulation. The political tension surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga's candidature led to a series of oath-taking ceremonies in Gatundu that forever altered the fabric of Kenyan society. Understanding this historical context is crucial, especially when contemporary politicians attempt to invoke these dark chapters for political gain. The Fear of Jaramogi and the Birth of the Gatundu Oath The roots of the infamous Gatundu oath can be traced back to the fear and propaganda surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, the former vice-president and then-leader of the opposition. By 1969, the political landscape in Kenya was charged with tension. The assassination of Cabinet Minister Tom Mboya on 5th July 1969 had already set a volatile backdrop. Within this context, Pr...
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Ancient African Healing Ritual for PTSD


Our ancestors had a profound method for addressing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It was believed that after a man returned from war, he needed to undergo a period of spiritual cleansing before being accepted back into society. This involved living with a shaman for three months.

After experiencing the trauma of war, it was believed that the human spirit became imbalanced and needed to undergo rituals to restore harmony with nature and the community. One such ritual involved the use of a horn to draw out stagnant and dysfunctional blood to the surface.

This ritual, known as the "African suction cup" was performed on warriors to cleanse them of any mental illness and trauma they might experience later in life. It predates its alleged association with Chinese medicine.

Unfortunately, many traditional African practices, including this cleansing ritual, were lost due to slavery and colonisation.
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