
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)
Follow podcast instagram page at @twcbupod.
Episodes
24 episodes
The Cannibal Night Dancer | African Book of Monsters, Episode 2
In this episode, I dive into the chilling legends of the cannibal night dancer said to feast on human flesh and embody the darkest fears of African folklore. But beyond the myths, how did accusations of cannibalism shape perceptions of morality...
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48:42

The Night Dancer | African Book of Monsters, Episode 1
In this debut episode of the African Book of Monsters series, we unravel the haunting legend of the night dancer. What makes these figures so feared across communities? And what deeper truths do their stories reveal about the societies...
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38:29

The God of Death Muteesa and the Buganda Martyrs of 1875/76.
The Uganda Martyrs incident that resulted in the deaths of 45 christian converts in 1886 is widely known to christians worldwide.Unbeknownst to many, there is another martyrdom incident that occurred 10 or so years prior. In fact, there are...
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54:00

African History: Busiki & Busambira states of Busoga, Uganda
Busiki and Busambira are among the many small nations that came under the umbrella of the current Busoga kingdom. Unlike most of the well known busoga states ruled by the AbaiseNgobi clan, these 2 are headed by the lesser known AbaiseIgaga ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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23:42

The Matriarchs of Uganda: Stories from the Precolonial Era
Happy Mother's day to all mothers in the world. Queen - Mothers were vital to the power structures of the intralacustrine region. They were often the rallying points around which clans gathered to defend their candidate of choice. Here i...
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25:50

African History: The AbaiseNgobi of Bulamogi & Bukono, Busoga, Uganda
Today, I cover the pre-colonial history of the Bulamogi and Bukono states of the AbaiseNgobi clan up to 1900. The AbaiseNgobi are the royal clan of Busoga that ruled various states that eventually came to be known collectively as Busoga.Buk...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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27:37

African History: The AbaiseWakooli of Bukooli, Busoga
Today, I cover the pre-colonial history of the Bukooli state of the AbaiseWakooli clan up to 1900. Bukooli was one of the many states that came to make up the modern traditional kingdom of Busoga in Uganda, East Africa.I start with the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:41

Busoga History: The AbaiseMenha of Bugweri
Bugweri is one of the chiefdoms that make up the current kingdom of Busoga.It is ruled by the AbaiseMenha clan. Imbued with the authority of Mukama from Bunyoro kingdom in the 18th century, their founder Kakaire established himself in t...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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16:05

Busoga Folklore: The Leopard that thought he was too clever.
This is a morbid cautionary tale from Busoga in Uganda. It was told by Christopher Baseuse from the AbaiseKiranda clan. It was recorded by historian David Cohen at Baseuse's home on 7 October 1966.Follow me onInstagram at twcbupod
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3:11

Busoga History: The AbaiseNgobi of Kigulu
The AbaiseNgobi are the clan from which the Kyabazinga(king) of Busoga will be picked.They are the royals of the kingdom. There were many states which were under their leadership.Today I discuss the pre-colonial history of the AbaiseNgo...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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32:17

Busoga Folklore: Why the Monkey and Elephant are friends
This story is based on the folklore called "The famine" which was collected by Mrs George Baskerville. I think the name change is more fitting. lol.The name of the book it was published in is called "The Flame Tree and other folklore."L...
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Season 2
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2:52

The Many Chiefdoms of Busoga: Kintu and Mukama
The Busoga kingdom is located in Eastern Uganda. It's one of the 5 monarchies of Uganda.Today I talk about the pre-colonial beginnings of Busoga. Kintu and Mukama are two men mentioned as being the fathers of the people who founde...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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22:35

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Pre-colonial Warfare
In today’s episode, we talk about the military of the pre-colonial African kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara. For most of its history, Bunyoro did not have a standing army. Instead, they relied on the common man to take up arms when called up...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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58:09

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: The Kubandwa Religion
Before the arrival of Christianity and Islam, the religion of Kubandwa was an East African spirit possession faith practiced by many groups in the great lakes region. It is still practiced today to a much smaller degree and has a terrible/unfai...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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39:22

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Pre-Colonial Bunyoro Society
This episode is an attempt to reconstruct the pre-colonial society of Bunyoro. I discuss their clans, livelihoods, marriage and justice etc. Please note that the information presented was collected during the colonial period in Uganda. Th...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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45:39

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Pre-colonial Authority
The following episode is an examination of the kingship and authority in the pre-colonial Bunyoro state. SourcesJohn Beattie, Bunyoro; An African Kingdom (New York: Holt Rinehart and Wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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30:51

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Bunyoro in the Colonial Era
Great Britain succeeded in forcing the submission of Bunyoro after the 1890's war of conquest.In their wake was left an utterly dejected people who struggled more than their regional counterparts to adapt to the new status quo.Their und...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:11:46

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Kabalega
The death of Omukama(King) Kamurasi in 1869 triggered the customary succession war between 2 of his sons Kabigumire and Kabaleega. The latter won the duel and went on to be Bunyoro’s greatest king. He initiated new political and mil...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:13:04

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: The Babiito and decline in Bunyoro
After the collapse of the Bachwezi empire, the Babiito took over as Bunyoro’s 3rd dynasty in the 16th Century. The precise year this happened is hard to pin down. However, the Babiito began their kingship differently from their predecessors. Wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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44:06

Black Lives Matter : The African Context
In this episode, we discuss police brutality in Africa. A slight detour from the Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara series. #BLACKLIVESMATTER ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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43:34

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: The Bachwezi Identity
The Bachwezi attract a lot of attention because of their grandiose claim of an empire.Many theories abound of their supposed identity. Were they Banyoro? Were they Portuguese? Egyptian? Greeks? Or simply a figment of a society’s imagination...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:00

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Rise of the Bachwezi
The Bachwezi are the second dynasty in Bunyoro-Kitara's history. This family is the most revered due to the fact that they are credited with the creation of the legendary empire of Kitara.In this episode, we'll talk about the Bachwezi...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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26:45

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: Isaza's Lessons
Welcome to the second episode of the show "Those Who Came Before Us".We continue the history of this ancient kingdom with the story of Isaza, the last king of the Batembuzi. It's a popular tale about the importance of respect for the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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27:08

The Kingdom of Bunyoro-Kitara: In the Beginning
Bunyoro-Kitara is a prestigious kingdom in Uganda. One that is said to be the heir to the legendary empire of Kitara. Join me, as I go through the birth of this esteemed kingdom that is known as the father of all kings in the African great lake...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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21:54
