Conversations with Baba | Binyavanga Wainaina | TEDxEuston

[@roslynros4420]

Am I the only one who found myself here after his death? May his soul rest in peace

[@michaeladewunmi4504]

You're not alone! I got to know this man yesterday when I watched his interview on hard talks (and I didnt even know he was dead). He glued me to my chair throughout his interview. He left me awestruck and I loved him. Now today, I was randomly browsing online and suddenly saw his picture. I immediately recognized him... only to hear the sad story that he passed on few days ago. And then I suddenly saw this video and wish I knew him before now or read his books before now. I guess there are somethings we have no control over.

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Peace,where?

[@gitahijohn2539]

WHICH PEACE

[@IsraelJ714]

Just came across him ,this very moment, guess I needed too.

[@stellamwaniki6717]

Me too

[@lizmuthoni2138]

There is no courage without vulnerability. Thank you wainaina. You live on through your work.

[@KiRetteCouture]

RIP. Your courage is forever inspiring! I was lucky to be in the audience.

[@nathanmalik1697]

The simple acceptance of our right to be, and be diverse, is the biggest and strongest thing to defend.

[@stemuni9301]

You lived your life Wainaina! You spoke and believed in your truth! Rest well Wainaina!

[@thescribe7645]

The end there brings tears to my eyes. Africa can be so hostile to Africans. We need to relearn love. RIP Binyavanga, you are a complicated figure - at that talk at NEST about afrofuturism, uliniudhi sana but you speak such truths here. I choose to remember you through this and throughly the first story of yours I ever read, it was about a butcher in rural Kenya.. you were a gifted storyteller, rest in peace

[@KiRetteCouture]

We need to relearn love. Thank you!

[@leonarddignop.8363]

wow! As an African human being, I am very proud of this courageous writer. His message will reach many other human being struggling with this nonsense hatred amongst the brainswashed of the world, or those hypocrite who believe the own the very thruth about morality. And as a homosexual, I thank him for this brave heart and life. We are born to live, not to fear. It is about time this continents accepts all his sons. YOU NEED TO LEARN THAT SOME PEOPLE ARE GAY, BE THAT IN SRI LANKA, BRAZIL OR KENIA, GET OVER IT. We always existed and will continue to exist. gay people are born everyday, you son or daughter could be suffering uselessly because of this moral entitlement of yours. SET PEOPLE FREE. WHATEVER I DO IN MY BEDROOM IS NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS, I DON'T CARE ABOUT YOURS EITHER, AS LONG AS IT IS CONSENSUAL AND NOT WITH MINORS, which ironically some super heterosexuals will approve from Nigeria to Malawi. Funny world this one.

[@swahiliwithnatives8385]

When Did homosexual Become Courageous

[@djwiderange6796]

leonarddigno P. I'm so sorry but you are lost

[@luismontoya1036]

leonarddigno P. who molested you when you were a little boy or who did molest. That man is not an African. This is the reason why Africa has to be ruled by Americans and European s.

[@MrMaboboz]

@@luismontoya1036 who made you the advocate for Africa? 1 billion people in the continent if one culture doesn't appeal to you look away and mind your own business

[@mohamedAli-kj6fb]

@@MrMaboboz keep thats to ur self then dont come out spreading the desease or u will face the consiquiences

[@Hobby_trails_family_unedited]

A man ahead of his time...

[@faymystery4163]

Always fought for what you thought was right to you, even if not right for all the others. And you never cared what the world would say in as long as it pleased you. Rest well Binya, Rest in power!

[@lizmuthoni2138]

Thank you

[@blackhibiscus1876]

I shut my ears to the noise and read all the literature you wrote. I’m glad it made me too late to judge you. Rest in many beautifully woven words.

[@WamuyuGatheru]

Beautiful. What a great storyteller. One day being gay, female, whichever tribe will stop being a big deal

[@pink2fifi]

We have so much to learn from you boss, so much...rest with the angels Binyavanga, rest well

[@neltahchadamoyo5825]

For all of us to be adventurous for Africa is an amazing idea! It's also getting in touch with our roots which are full of so many adventures. Let's reclaim who we are.

[@malaikaglory4566]

Thanks Binya, you lived your life at a time when interaction was too difficult. You stood for yourself. I wish we would live in a world where it is not almost a " death sentence" to be who you are. It is a pity that you suffered too much. You came too early for a country like kenya and departed too early. RIP Binyavanga.

[@rexarthur2274]

"Every African has to defend every kind of diversity we carry as an African even when you do not understand it" Brilliant statement.... To Infinity Binya

[@koppite9600]

No we shouldnt. Even our forefathers wouldnt listen to this whiteman in disguise.

[@sejerian]

Normal people scare me. What is normal???? Will really miss you. Thank you for a long chat we had in kisumu. Jah bless

[@innapinch7112]

You were blessed to have spoken with him. He was respected across nationalities and cultures. For what it's worth, as a white father in the United States, he espoused a kind of courage I would like to teach my children. God Bless.

[@josephinenkinyanjui.275]

Well said.

[@geoffrey256]

No weapons formed against us people of Africa shall prosper. Your enemies shall died young those who plot against us shall perish. My God continue protecting us.

[@billymaroko3736]

Che who exactly are you talking about

[@geoffrey256]

@@billymaroko3736 Those who want to force us into wicked and ungodly ways

[@cessakinyi]

This is lovely. We have lost a great soul. Shine on Binyavanga! ❤

[@sylviamoses5467]

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE! You inspired many with your courage and art! The world will surely miss you.

[@Dr.zaidi4]

There's no peace for the wicked and perverts

[@immaculatendinda7134]

Which peace????are you mad!

[@2011WN]

This is so powerful...speaks to me in a totally different way this time around just like 'Writing about Africa' is resonating afresh with me than it ever did before. Binya, will really miss your funny self, your courageous self and your firmness, carefree, 'unbothered about anyone else' self. Most of all, I will miss your talented self in matters - kalamu, writing, chatting.... - what a loss. Lala salama.

[@bbbartolo]

Much too soon: Wainaina died of a stroke in 2019, aged 48. His compilation book, "How to Write About Africa," is quite a treasure.

[@OliverOmotto]

Rest in peace Binya, a great literary scholar that Kenya chose to judge more than celebrate. One day history will judge us too.

[@tneita3166]

"HISTORY OR THE CREATOR", WHICH We call,,,,,,,,.?,,,,.have a good day,,,,.

[@jedagw9212]

deep, very touching, very emotional in a positive way..... x

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Angel of doom in the common seducing tone

[@katienumiusher]

Thank you! This the work we MUST do.

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Devilish agenda

[@JOmondi1]

Wow!! what a smart brain.......may your soul rest in peace......very inspiring....

[@faithwambua9712]

Amazing speech, amazing man. Rest in peace.

[@njorogevirginia5275]

Rip Bivanyanga.A great writer,great story teller and an activist.

[@EuDouArteHipHopArtCulture21]

amazing man, thank you . One love from Portugal, Rest in Peace Binyavanga

[@danielmaina3835]

Rest in peace you were great author and human being

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Kuni ya jehanum

[@justinamusyoka4986]

@@Dr.zaidi4 kweli.

[@Sunshine_Amy]

I will never judge... Rest in peace

[@tneita3166]

NO ONE IS JUDGED, we have to give account For our ACTIONS ( behaviour. ), R they positive, Producing positive results, or R they negative, Producing negative results,,,. Have a good day,,,.

[@Sunshine_Amy]

@@tneita3166 ,after two yrs,,,if you acquired an android recently, am sorry to your reply...goodday too

[@phlspoetryopenmic3005]

Rest on Binyavanga 'Binj' Wainaina. You fought well!

[@petal8776]

I came to know about you on fb post that you no more... I guess I missed alot rest in peace

[@atimnyanzi6859]

What a great story teller! Rest In Peace Binyavanga!

[@Beeline_N]

I like how perspective is changing on homosexuality. I had to really think why I'm so against it and couldn't find any good reason, so I stopped. RIP

[@africanqueenmo]

Sorry you were not welcome in some places when you were alive. However I disagree with your choice of homosexuality. None should harm you for it but no one need accept or praise you for it either. Daddy issues are a factor in this practice.

[@estherwambui8847]

True..he stressed him more.

[@foy41gmail6]

Best put. Live and let live

[@kristiekabs2594]

@Mo on the Go, very well God bless

[@forcethecreator7092]

The best story teller ever

[@uAffirmyourself]

l miss you so much Binya!Shine on!

[@mlavin1716]

O my, this is soo good. You need to do more of this you tube story telling, damn this was really good. Been hearing about you but never really checked you out, glad I stumbled on this vid.,and yes after this am all over the place searching for your books and live videos. Damn you are really really good. And nice how you brought humor to a "feared" topic P.S. Anyone condemning the skirt should actually watch this video first, the skirt is part of the story, it brings the whole story together. btw anyone's sexuality should be the zero least of our concerns, this guy is clearly soo intelligent I just want a portion of it.

[@kawiraneddy3288]

And the confidence ..damn

[@chiakayanda969]

This is amazing.

[@loversarelunatics]

Thank you for being you. Be free 💜✨

[@LeeKnowsCatss]

I love this man

[@KaranjaPk]

She is a woman

[@dinkabasuki7925]

Rest in peace, Binya

[@ifeomaojeifo2950]

This video spoke to me

[@humphreyajuoga8996]

That's my man there.I feel you kabisa Binyavanga kabisa kabisa.

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Are u truly Luo?

[@hopedavid1556]

🙄🙄

[@cnyagah]

Thank you for signing my copy of Kwani?

[@jahlov]

We cannot really be the same.. there should be room for diversification

[@agaltoto8506]

Binyavanga was a whole vibe.

[@bilharotich1531]

Smart man. Continue resting in power

[@samueldzombo4061]

the forever courageous binyavanga.scale the heights, let the naysayers speak.

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Courage to get innocent boys sodomized? Nonsense

[@Bluy0]

his style tho! love it so much

[@swahiliwithnatives8385]

gay style

[@kanyangilaw]

I love you so much! I'm sad. You've left a HOLE in my heart.

[@big.r5550]

Shoga wewe ..

[@bevmunga4094]

Thanks for your courage 💘 Continue resting in Peace.

[@lekihitikivuyo]

You look good with it

[@janewanganga7865]

RIP Binyavanga

[@graciakinyanjui6937]

BRILLIANT MIND,

[@devishaaiesec]

Very powerful!

[@KIPTOOAMMONBELYON]

Rest in Peace Binyavanga Wainaina.

[@niliyatspartan3011]

I saw this guy one day and i was shocked but didn't bother his business.

[@henrysteven4333]

I admire your courage. It's inspiring. Rest well.

[@ambassadorofchrist6983]

Now you have met the REAL BABA sir 🔥

[@hiurymilhomem4905]

incrível! 💎♥️🍀

[@joenmuthiga9712]

Am shocked by the way this homosexuality is being encouraged on Africans. We need to ask ourselves why?

[@tuttifruti2097]

Shauri yao.

[@TheIrbe]

Its because that is how they want africa to look like, they are trying to spread LGBTQ agendas to africa and to feminize the men.

[@queenkareh5225]

thats the only way to depopularize africa

[@joanochuodho2912]

Are you people really that narrow minded?!

[@dr.owiee.g.5816]

@@joanochuodho2912 Actually they are, which is the real reason behind failed African leadership. Myopia

[@allankiplimo9752]

Thats it man!!!

[@kawiraneddy3288]

His hair matched his skirt...😂

[@estheraruka6374]

Ikr! He really didn't come to play! 😂❤️

[@CleanKenya]

He is brilliant no doubt but homosexuality will just never be right. I hope he shall one day see it that way. Meeenn, i wish he used his brilliance for some other kind of activism.

[@danteduaine4341]

True man very true homosexuality is not a way out and it will never be ...

[@childofthepromise7083]

How does a parent feel?

[@219790]

Damn, is he wearing a skirt?

[@lmmaculatetoto3957]

I have askirt made of this material now I wonder did wainaina I shop in the same duka

[@afiamartina2507]

Chills. Incredible

[@danielonduru8571]

my ancestors in kenya are very mad mad mad mad......

[@azp5199]

😂

[@MkenyaMarekaniTV]

Rest in Power

[@north77100]

We human beings pretend a lot that God and his word is of no consequences to us. I'm afraid my brother entered eternity without God. There is no exit once you enter there. Christ is the free gift to us,please listen when you still can.thx

[@jaywilint.5408]

north77100 how sad it is for people to glorify sin.

[@finjalchebet8976]

We don't know what he told God last minute. He's the ultimate judge

[@hesbonbwire5477]

You should live for Christ when you are still living. God is not for the dead but for the living. Repent and be baptise in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of your sins

[@Rugiee]

Such a brilliant brilliant guy. Rest well Binya.

[@ShantelPatel]

You know how to steal attention I wish you all the best

[@tiddlewink101]

Da Faq is he wearing

[@Cerl84]

@afroaphrodite we know what it is why is he wearing a female dance apparel?

[@Achebi]

I know

[@stacywambuli3741]

He is wearing it because he can :)

[@danteduaine4341]

So he chose a skirt🤔...ok whatever..

[@brianmwangi5082]

And he is dead

[@chantellemurphy9720]

Great writer RIP Wainaina

[@chrisogonas]

Rest in peace, Binyavanga!

[@adejinmiokojiolusegun7096]

Funny enough, as 'un-African' we claim homosexuality to be, it existed before now, now I don't support it but maybe if we listened to stories more and receive sincere answers to genuine questions asked we would realize more. I like his courage to wear the skirt anyway, it's funny and outstanding. There was a time before colonialism that skirts and wrappers wasn't a 'woman thing.'

[@luismontoya1036]

Adejimi Okoji Olusegun his skirt is a woman's. That's the difference. stop trying to convince other to accept this type of nonsense.

[@pp-6666]

Adejimi Okoji Olusegun talking about homosexuality will not make it less depraved, will not change biology and will not make it less sick...lets support getting people help when they are sick with dillusion

[@hasanx4637]

do you have a sincere answer to the AIDS that killed him, but doesn't seem to kill whites as much anymore?

[@hasanx4637]

This is what they want Africa to look like. think about that.

[@TheIrbe]

yep, hopefully africans use their brain.

[@ogechiezeji8731]

Pathetic.

[@JOURNEYAMISHU]

loveeeeeeee him #Salute

[@niasworld27]

Very touching Rest in Power

[@dorcasndunge2855]

Jesus come soon please,

[@sisimwomengich1402]

Very true

[@priscillagatangaru6926]

Church mouses,,,, wtf is wrong with your judgemental asses?? 😬😬😬

[@frashiahwangari2177]

Confusion full cycle 😇

[@itsmimi4135]

Inspiring Man..rest in peace

[@Dr.zaidi4]

Great commerce circling the ashes of Sodom

[@afd4017]

👏🏾

[@francayub]

I don't approve homosexuality but i feel like binya was a maverick who had immense talent

[@jesseshadrack9326]

Make me understand, thereafter i will consider defending it

[@scobar4651]

Jesse, if he had a choice, he would have been straight cause he would have been appreciated. But it's not a choice. It's biological, I can explain that later. I appreciate your effort to understand rather than leave a hateful comment. That is one less child who has committed suicide.

[@rekiyaE]

@@scobar4651 Hi please explain it to me, I can't understand what you mean by it's biological. I thought it's more behavioural, the environment the person has been or was exposed to, peer pressure etc.... Please explain it to me, I'd like to understand it biologically. Nice meeting you 🖐️

[@scobar4651]

Not at all. But you are kind. Maybe an email would be easier that a youtube comment, I'd love to send one and explain

[@hopedavid1556]

@@scobar4651 are you in fear of letting everyone know about it?? Come on

[@rosemarymugwe5666]

Rest in peace

[@yuliananamubiru5860]

Ohhhhh rest in perfect peace

[@Dr.zaidi4]

No eternal peace for the wickedly perverts

[@MomonicaG]

🖤🖤

[@SaturnStarOfDavid]

No comment.

[@qerysir4410]

Naona mashoga na wasagaji wanakuunga mkono kweli! We will always have smart fools in this world!

[@merylinemulupi8746]

😆 🤣 😂

[@Patrickmwai87]

i think he really likes attention, you dont have to wear those clothes to prove you are gay!

[@BarongoCalvine]

Fare thee well Binyavanga!!

[@ladybird6442]

How I wish you can resurrect to tell people story.

[@johnnjuguna163]

Whaat!

[@cyrusmotieri8850]

Rip Binyavanga

[@samiag4929]

Rest in Peace !!

[@victorirungu2375]

Rest in peaace

[@yubizkip2309]

RIP legend

[@jay-jq5jf]

RIP sir .

[@mweusimrembo890]

💜💜💜💜