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    "content": "THAT AWARE THAT Professor Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, a prominent author, academician and human rights defender, globally recognized for his foundational contributions to literature and good governance passed away on 28th May, 2025 at the age of 87; COGNIZANT THAT the late Professor Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o had an illustrious career in writing and teaching literature spanning over six decades where he authored landmark novels, plays and poems that shaped postcolonial studies, contributed to social justice and inspired generations of writers and thinkers across the world; APPRECIATING THAT the late Professor Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o advocated for indigenous languages and indeed took up writing in his mother tongue, at a time when it was not fashionable to do so; FURTHER COGNIZANT THAT his legacy in inspiring many generations towards cultural sovereignty and the power of indigenous languages in literature and thought, led to numerous international awards being bestowed upon him; NOW THEREFORE the Senate expresses its deep sadness at the death of Professor Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, records its celebration and appreciation of his The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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