Those Who Came Before Us
Most of us are aware of how badly represented Africa is. The continent is too often reduced to a number of degrading stereotypes. But Africa has a rich and diverse history. A history that is usually ignored or poorly understood not just by the world but by (sometimes) its own people. A certain British historian once referred to its past as darkness.
Well, I hope to be among those who hold a lantern to this so-called darkness of a history. Take my hand, as I guide you down the pathways of Africa’s supposed night covered past. Allow me to show you her numerous and diverse people, their perspectives, religion, and their stories.
Hosted by David Ibanda( a devoted student of African history with a penchant for Corny jokes)
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Those Who Came Before Us
Kintu vs. Mukama: The Founders of The Forgotten Micro-Kingdoms of Busoga
Before the modern borders of Eastern Uganda were drawn, there was a land of 68 states known as Busoga. Today, it stands as one of Uganda's five major monarchies. But how did it all begin?
In this premiere episode of our series, we journey back to the pre-colonial foundations of this sacred land. We explore the legendary "Two Fathers" of Busoga: Kintu and Mukama. Were they gods, warriors, or the leaders of great migrations?
Whether tracing the Bantu origins of the South or the Royal Babiito influence of the North, we unravel the myths and historical realities that birthed the many states of Busoga. Join us as we rediscover "Those Who Came Before Us.
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https://youtu.be/2MGe3WVXKh8
References
David William Cohen, “The Historical Tradition of Busoga; Mukama and Kintu” ( London: Clarendon Press, 1972)
Y.K. Lubogo ESQ, “History of Busoga”(Kisubi,Uganda: Marianum Press Ltd, 2020)(Translated and reprinted from original written in Luganda)
B.A Ogot, "The Great Lakes Region" , "UNESCO General History of Africa IV, Africa from the Twelfth to the Sixteenth Century" (Heinemann Educational Books, 1981)
The Eclipse Of Biharwe 1520 AD, Biharwe Hill Mbarara (https://www.travel256.com/safari-news/2017/11/the-eclipse-of-biharwe-1520-ad-biharwe-hill-mbarara/) (Nov/2/2017)
Music Used
Infados" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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Ominous" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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Musirankondo by Kuruseni and Soga Men (Busoga)
Odhiambo Odet by Ogalo Mirasi (Western Kenya)
Ntajemerwa by The Ntajemerwa Royal Drummers (Bunyoro)
Recorded by Hugh Tracey in the 1950s.
Nva Jinja by Laty Wizy ft Busoga Stars. Nva Jinja means "I am from Jinja"