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Drawing illustrations from Margaret Ogola's the River and the Source,write an essay proving that Akoko is at the centre of the change process in the...

Drawing illustrations from Margaret Ogola's the River and the Source,write an essay proving that Akoko is at the centre of the change process in the society of the River and the Source.

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Martin
Change is inevitable and cannot be preserved.In the River and the source,Akoko becomes instrumental in spearheading the change.In the contemporary society, a lot of change has been initiated in a manner that transforms the peoples way of living.

Disputes were solved by the council of Jadongo,Akoko goes home after the accusations by her mother in law that she has bewitched Owour Kembo. Elders from both sides settle the dispute however,when Otieno plunders her property,Akoko makes history by taking a pioneering journey to Kisumu to seek Justice from the Jorochere,through her the whole Sakwa experiences the impact of the white man's rule.
Traditional worship,the community believed in Were god of the rising sun.However Akoko advises Nyabera to venture into the hitherto the unknown world of Christianity.This ushers enormous changes in Akoko's lineage.

Marriage mandatory in the traditional setting.However,with Akoko's blessings,Owour Sino adapts celibacy which is unheard off traditionally.He becomes a catholic priest.

Informal education was the order of the day but with Akoko's encouragement,Awiti pursues education which she rightly believes is the direction that life is taking.She reprimands Nyabera who tries to resist Nyabera's departure to a teachers training college.

Clearly ,Akoko is among the few African women who embarrassed change without demur.She seems to understand that change is mandatory and people must keep pace with it.
marto answered the question on October 11, 2017 at 12:37

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