'The race to nationhood is not a one-person race
But a relay in which all citizens must run a leg.
As Kenyans take stock of their race so far,
A new generation urgently seeks to know…'

Thank you Shailja Patel and Pambazuka for this great tribute to Bantu Mwaura. It is precious in many ways. And as we wake up to new dawns that look like sunsets without Bantu Mwaura in the arts, we take courage.