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Reeading wainaina's article, i could not help but remember the countless times i have been asked similar questions while visiting my fatherland,Somalia. when i declined to answer'What clan are you'i left people confused and amused.
you see, in somalia, we are all one tribe but different clans. it is hard to tell ones clan by looking at onces features, it is the accent that will identify you.
In Kenya, you have many tribes, and i hope it stops there.

When i am in Kenya, it is clear in my facial features who i am; 'shes somali' i am identified by my tribe. People see your skin colour first,then your tribe , then your class.

Excellent article with great insight into Somalia.

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