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Ngano

The inaugural ngano audio series showcases Zimbabweans on the continent and in the diaspora before, during and after the liberation of the country. Historically, African tribes and communities have passed down and taught their historyorally, as narratives and parables defined in Shona as “ngano”. Produced by the “Born Free” generation, this series takes the initiative to document the experiences of the generation that lived through the liberation of Zimbabwe. Through their personal stories, this series, enriches our (collective) understanding of the times, building a more complete picture of what it felt like to live during this significant period of history. Podcast hosts Zimbabwean born Rungano Muzondo & Kholisile Dhliwayo

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Ngano

PART II - CHRISTINA 'KICHI'CHIMA ADULTHOOD

February 13, 2021 • Rungano Muzondo & Kholisile Dhliwayo produced by afrOURban • Season 1 • Episode 4

In this episode Christina (Kichi) Chima is joined by her childhood friend Mavis. The two discuss dating, teenage pregnancy and familial pressures, during the peak of the liberation movement. Kichi reveals the impact and influence of the newly liberated neighbouring states that she visited, and how this influenced her political philosophy. They wistfully remember the days of prosperity in the early days after independence, in contrast to the current challenges in the Zimbabwe of today.

Heads up, there are parts of this interview in 'Shonglish'(Shona + English).
This is where the subject uses shona words or phrases as prepositions and/or for emphasis.

For definitions of shona words, people & places refer to the time stamped glossary linked here.

Recorded via zoom, guest location Zimbabwe
Hosted by Kholisile Dhliwayo & Rungano Muzondo