In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the rich tapestry of Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi's novel, The First Woman.

At once epic and deeply personal, the novel tells the story of Kirabo, a smart and headstrong Ugandan girl raised by doting grandparents in idyllic Nattetta.  We meet Kirabo is at that stage where she feels a dual force inside of her, one that is obedient and the other that wants to wreak havoc.  Growing up fast, her world keeps changing, secrets are being revealed that forces Kirabo to question her reality. 

Set against the political backdrop of the 1970s, book explores her search for identity, her understanding of womanhood across history, and the implications for her future.