It is different now (9, 10, 11) — Peter B. Cuktu

9. It is different nowWe and our animals survivingThe dry lakes are full of fishesOur prayers have been answeredNo more wolves in sheep skinsRe-entering our ranches, in kinds or cashArmed with baits and sinisters’ stringsA clique of fishermen, as usual, attempting“Scrambling”, hooking fishesThis time, too late“Stumbling” and falling headlong. 10. Reeds on paths may notBe […]

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Our Neighbours — Emmanuel O.O. Amali

Our neighbours on the other sideMust have industries for baking eggsEvery day at this hourOur atmosphere is riddled with sweet airOf what you do not see but feel its distant presenceThat compels you to loose your wanting salivaFrom the glands to your wanting throatIf it is not this aromaThen the next comes in sweeter and […]

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