A bit of Wadelai history which is the background to this play is pretty well known. Wadelai in whose name the village was named after was charismatic and respectable leader of the Jonam people. His chiefdom had a strong relationship with the Kingdom of Bunyoro.Against him stood the arrival of Major General E.R Owen who was mandated to establish a command center and the British government administration in Wadelai. Wadelai became weary and pale. The defeat of King Kabalega troubled chief Wadelai. In 1894, Major General Owen arrived and the British flag was hoisted at Wadelai on both banks of...

A GAME OF WORDSA Game of Words is an assisted negotiation play. The play highlights the clash of values between purists and the council of elders in Pawor. Ugeto and Obi decry the introduction of transcontinental world views and wish to protect the native values of Pawor people. This effort is impeded by express direction from the chiefclaiming that the traditional dogmas are primitive and should not go on in the interest of prosperity for all. But Ugeto and Obi are adamant. Their only hope, native belief, is being blocked. This demonstrates what is happening in Pawor. There is a lack of...

The tragedy of King Olum narrates the king's struggle to prepare his sons Gipirr, Labongo, and Tiful for leadership by dividing power, an act that unwittingly leads to a crisis and fragmentation of his kingdom. A subplot intertwines with the central conflict, focusing on the lost spear of Gipirr and Labongo, where Labongo accuses Gipirr of its loss, critical to his claim to the throne. Gipirr's journey to find the spear introduces him to Nyambogo, a hybrid deity, and after three years, he returns with the spear. The narrative escalates with the death of King Olum and Gipirr's revenge on...

Tree of Reconciliation is an indigenous conflict resolution play. The play highlights clash of values between purists and the council of elders in Pawor. Ugeto and Obi decry the introduction of transcontinental world views and wishes to protect native values of Pawor people. This effort is impeded by express direction from chief claiming that the traditional dogmas are primitive and should not go on in the interest of prosperity for all. Celina assists the parties to reach the Kacoke Madit Agreement. Before undergoing the 'Mato Oput' ritual.

Self-Determination: Geopolitical Messaging in the Red Sea Arena examines the complexities of self-determination, emphasizing individual free will and the challenges faced under oppressive regimes. It connects self-determination to cultural rights and governance, addressing its legitimacy in human rights violations. The piece critiques the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in South Sudan for failing to establish lasting peace and discusses Eritrea's independence struggle alongside Somaliland's quest for recognition based on historical injustices. It also highlights Yemen's Southern Transitional...