The wise friend

By Google Arts & Culture

Lenana: The Wise One (Maasai community) (2019) by Shujaa StoriesNational Museums of Kenya

You’d be Lenana – The Wise One

Lenana was a Laiboni, a ritual and spiritual leader of Maasai. Although Lenana was at a disadvantage growing up, as his father preferred teaching his elder brother how to be a Laibon, Lenana quickly taught himself the skills needed to become a spiritual leader.

Abdulla: The Mad Mulla (Somali community) (2019) by Shujaa StoriesNational Museums of Kenya

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