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Evening 2 of the 7 states in 7 days: During the day, while in Gurugram, Mr. Singh selected Uttar Pradesh as the next destination, so I settled on visiting Varanasi, the holiest city in India. But first, I had to get there. Late into the day, there were no sleeper carriages left, so I had to travel 14 hours in the lowest-tier trains in India. A nightmare, but an adventure all the same.

Day 3 of the 7 states in 7 days challenge across India. Varanasi and the Ganges river are sacred for Hindu's. It's believed washing the body in the holy water before cremation releases the soul to Nirvana. Over 80 open cremations happen here everyday. An intense and unusual experience. Is this how you imagine a the entrance to heaven to look?

Exactly what it says on the tin. Chaos, hectic, madness. First time in front of the camera for a while. It was fun to be back out there

In the remote corners of the world, a silent crisis unfolds. This was an eye-opening journey, as I ventured deep into the heart of a Karamoja, discovering a level of hunger the authorities were unaware of, and the media has left in the shadows. These infamous Karamojong warriors, known for their past exploits as cattle raiders, now find themselves in a dire struggle for survival. With nothing but dried leaves to eat, they've retired from their notorious ways, but hunger relentlessly drives them towards the precipice of robberies and raids once again. This is their untold story of resilience and desperation as we shed light on their extraordinary state of living. Learn how these warriors are fighting a battle against both nature and their own past, and how their hunger threatens to push them back into a life of raiding. This is a story of survival, a story of the hidden hunger and desperation of the Infamous Karamojong Warriors.

A trip to the Karamojong region of Uganda wouldn't have been complete without a party. A day of local booze, dancing, snuffs and some failed rizz. Welcome to Ugandas most dangeorous region!

Without doubt some of the most humbling experiences of my life. The people I met here have had almost no contact with the outside world. They told me they were only contacted by the Ugandan government in the last 5 years. This is as close to an un-contacted tribe as you'll find in East Africa. Stories of how people in the area fight and kill government forces, teachers and nurses had me curious to see if we could just walk up and say hello, and learn from them about heir lives, so that's exactly what we done. Their existence is entirely different to anything else I have witnessed, yet we were able to connect and understand one another on a human level. Suspicion, intrigue, curiosity, bewilderment, laughter and kindness are some of the words I'd use to describe the day and intereactions. Some of the questions they asked me blew my mind and so did some of the lessons I learned from them. Some of the subtitles might not match exactly. The translations are the best I can do with my resources at the moment and to keep the video short as possible I have summaries the conversations as I understood them where possible. 30% of the Adsense Revenue from between now and Xmas 2023 will be sent to the Loki Clan and Morgan.

When I arrived in Uganda I'd heard of some interesting circumcision ceremonies that the Bagisu people perform. So naturally i went looking to see how they happened. I rode up the mountains of the traditional homeland in search of the sacred ceremonial lands. Unfortunately though, they don't happen on ODD years. So I ventured back into the city where after a few beers the locals pride for their culture burst through, so much so I thought I was going to witness and then take part in our own ceremony! If you're ever in Mbale and want a tour of the local mountains contact Jof +256758049990 via whatsapp.

After couple of weeks trying (and failing) to film tour guide type content around Kampala i realised that is not my bag. So I set off on the road to go discover some far away places and little known towns of Uganda. First stop Bwondha. Arriving at Lake Victoria I quickly realised I'd completely underestimated the sheer size of the thing. Looking from the shores of the small fishing town I was in I could see an archipelago of Islands no more than a kilometre from the shore. It was time to go explore!

A nice little adventure for the first video in Uganda. From Kampala to Bwondha crushed into a taxi. Met some interesting folk on the way. Travel, hardship, friendship and Neo-colonialism the topic of conversation. Arrived. A quick walk around the coast of Lake Victoria to meet some fish mongers and local villagers. Who'd have thought this place had a connection to Egypt? Victoria, that doesn't sound very African? Then into the village to see how the locals live and how they eat. I join @EssieReallifestylevlogs in the village and she showed me how to cook up the catch of the day. Education is the key to life.

An experimental one shot market video.

Saturdays are for the boys. After meeting a great bunch of lads in Kibera during the week, I wanted to check out their stomping ground at the weekend. Football, beer and birds, what else can a man ask for?

The plan was to take a few Matatus around the city to dive into this insane bus culture! Visiting a typical living estate area, then the super rich and then out of town where the cities top Matatus patrol. First stop, Pipeline. A housing estate decorated by hanging laundry. Street kids approach and the reality of life for men at the bottom of the social hierarchy becomes clear. As you move inside the enclave, the facade of the tower blocks seems to encircle you. An about front and back towards the busses we go. The boys come to offer their body guarding skills. hired. The next 10 minutes I'll probably remember forever. A lot's gone on. Time to move. M-Pesa is down. Sod's lore, Sudanese hackers had to inconveniently attack the money network when I was filming. Plan change, back to downtown to reset.... Joined by @nyamusivioline . She come to me with the plan and was excited to share it. Thanks mate, it was a pleasure.

In the late 1880s, Nubian soldiers from Sudan were incorporated into the British Army to fight in East Africa. The King’s African Rifles, as they would become known, were designated 4,000 acres of land to settle just outside of Nairobi, Kenya. By 1915, the colonial government began categorising Kenyan tribes and settling them on “Native Reserves.” Nairobi was to be a European only settlements, and laws were passed restricted the natives from buying land in the highlands. The British intentionally classed the Nubians as a tribe not native to Kenya. Denied them a Native Reserve, prior to Kenyan independence in 1963, no efforts were made by the British or the new Kenyan government to legitimise the Nubians as a recognised community in Kenya, and land rights to Kibera were not secured. Upon independence, most Nubians became stateless. and the kibra was classified as an illegal settlement, removing the government from any obligation to provide even basic services in the region. Population of Kibera at at independence was approximately 5000, but due to its proximity to Nairobi, Kibera became the go to destination for migrants fleeing rural poverty, ethnic conflicts and wars in neighbouring countries. By the turn of the century hundreds of thousands of people from all over Kenya and beyond called Kibera home. Today there are anywhere between 250,000 and 1,200,000 people living in the biggest slum in Africa. Today I walked around, met incredible people and learned about the struggles and the mindset of the people who live here. The quote was misattributed to Bob Marley. Actual quote is from Carter Goodwin Woodson, founder of the Association for study of African American Life and History. For a tour of Kibera and elsewhere in Kenya contact Austin on instagram or via text: Insta: @Austin Odhyse Tel: (+254 (0) 713838823

I was just about to leave Mombasa before I was told about an area given to people that were freed by the British Royal Navy from slavery. The land was donated Sir Bartle Frere in the 1840's and was used as a resettlement area for people taken from their homelands and intercepted by the Royal navy on their way to Zanzibar slave markets. Although freed, they weren't allowed to speak their native tongue or practice their traditional tribal lifestyle. Only permitted to use Swahili and English to speak with and Christianity was to become the religion. 600 acres of land was donated, but over time that land is now only 50 acres. I went to see what life is like there now, made a couple of friends and discovered a hidden gem of Mombasa on the way....

Determined to show off the amazing beaches of Mombasa I headed to Bamburi despite the torrential rain in the afternoon. I took a quick pit stop in "Sin City" to grab a beer before hitting the beach. It would have been nice to end the day with a camel ride, but ... When I travel there are many times I will pay far above the actual prices, usually when I’ve enjoyed the company of the people or the service has been good. There are many other times though that people will try to take advantage and in doing so lose out on business. Improve service selection Pay more attention to surroundings

Fancied a change of pace so I linked up with a local to check out one of Kenya's famous beaches. Spellcheck Camera movement / position Pacing

I've come to the port city of Mombasa to find the old Lunatic line that was built by the British Empire. The railway construction began in 1896 under British colonial rule, and it was primarily intended to facilitate trade and transport goods to the interior of East Africa. The line was famously called the "Lunatic Line" due to the immense challenges faced during its construction, including harsh terrain, hostile wildlife, and health risks, particularly from malaria and other diseases. The railway played a crucial role in the development of Kenya, but its construction also had significant social and economic implications, including the forced labor of thousands of African workers, many of whom lost their lives during the construction process. Today, parts of the old railway, along with some original stations and bridges, still exist and hold historical significance. The Lunatic Line is a reminder of Kenya's colonial past and the challenges faced during its development. A new foreigner is in town now and they are the ones building the new infrastructure of this budding country, including the Standard Gauge Railway that replaces the Lunatic line. The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in Kenya is a modern railway system that was completed in 2017. It is officially known as the "Madaraka Express" and connects the port city of Mombasa to the capital city Nairobi and further to Naivasha, with future plans for extension to other regions. Here's a summary of the SGR in Kenya: The SGR is a major infrastructure project aimed at transforming Kenya's transportation system. It was constructed by Chinese contractors and funded through loans from China. The railway system was designed to replace the old, narrow-gauge railway that had been in operation since colonial times. The project faced criticism due to the high cost of construction and the financial burden of Chinese loans. Concerns were raised about potential debt issues and questions about the transparency of the loan agreements.

The British brought racing to Kenya in the early 20th century during the colonial period, but since independence its popularity has declined. I'd heard of a racecourse in Nairobi built in the image of Royal Ascot so I had to see it for myself. My suspicions of some unusual goings on were raised immediately at the end of the first race when all the horse cruised over the line. It wouldn't be long before my suspicions were confirmed. Gambling is a mugs game, the house always wins. Having said that I always love a day at the races, or any excuse to have a few beers in the sun, especially with good company. I was joined by Chantal, check out her podcast here https://anchor.fm/chantallic You can find her on insta and Tiktok here too: Insta @chantal.lic Tiktok @chantal.lic

A quick trip into Gikomba to check out the biggest market in Kenya. It didn't take long for me to get lost.

My first couple of days in Nairobi were hectic. I met some hilarious people with non-stop smiles and also heard about some of the struggles of living in Kenya. Kenya has been on the bucket list since I was a boy when my Dad told me about the Maasai warriors. I did't really know what to expect heading out into the city, but I loved every minute of it, even if i was a bit overwhelmed by the organised chaos of downtown.

It seems like the whole world is experiencing political turbulence in 2023, Kenya is no different. The leader of the opposition has accused the President of being a tyrant and a dictator and has organised rallies to protest his leadership. Many people in Kenya go are living day to day not knowing where their next meal is coming from. "our children need food" and "we are suffering" are just two sentences which I heard today. The protest quickly turned dangerous once the speakers has finished. Frustration, set in and when confronted by the government forces including the military and the police, the crowd threw rocks as the received a barrage of tear gas canisters. I was right in the thick of it. Its an experience I'll never forget on what looks to be another famous Saba Saba in Kenya. The term "Saba Saba" means "Seven Seven" in Swahili, as it represents the seventh day of the seventh month. Saba Saba Day holds historical importance as it marks a turning point in Kenya's political landscape. On July 7, 1990, a large-scale political rally was held at Kamukunji Grounds in Nairobi. The rally was organised by opposition leaders and activists who sought to push for multi-party democracy in Kenya, challenging the single-party rule that had been in place for decades. The event was met with resistance and violence from the government's security forces, resulting in clashes between protesters and the authorities. This incident, along with subsequent protests and political pressure, eventually led to the introduction of multi-party democracy in Kenya in 1991. Since then, Saba Saba Day has become an important annual event for political activists, civil society organisations, and citizens to reflect on the struggle for democracy and human rights in Kenya. It serves as a reminder of the power of collective action and the ongoing efforts to strengthen democratic principles in the country.