When my wonderful readers post comments on my blog, many others don't get to see them. Here are some of them.
Lovely tribute
skip. Rest in Eternal Peace Andrew 💕
Unknown commented on "Rest in Peace Andrew Scott"
1 Jun 2022
Rest in Eternal
Peace Dear Andrew🙏🏽Sincere Sympathies to all the Family. Love and fond
remembrances Sandy & Oscar Antao
Unknown commented on "Dickie Burke: everyone's star"
31 May 2022
RIP Dickie. From
Amy, Ruby, Pearl and Wendy. Last met Dickie at the G.S.Reunion in Canada. Mum
knew the whole family back in Kenya and kept in touch with all in England. Last
spoke to mum in January telling her that he wasn't keeping well and that he
couldn't attend my brother Claude's funeral, whom Dickie loved so very much.
Unknown commented on "My last post, with love and gratitude"
30 May 2022
I like reading
your stories you will be missed
Mervyn Maciel commented on "My last post, with love and gratitude"
26 May 2022
You and your
lively writings are going to be sorely missed by us all. Thanks for all you've
done for us, the Goans of East Africa. Love and thanks for being a true
nfriend.
Unknown commented on "Zaneta Mascarenhas: the new member for Swan
WA"
22 May 2022
Congratulations
Zaneta may you serve your people's and your country to preserve our
environments and global warming have a blessed day
Unknown commented on "Kenya: historical memorabilia"
13 May 2022
Wonderful photos.
Thanks so much. Fills out the Kenya’s history and reminds me of so much
recognizing different people and reading their stories. I spent ten lovely
years there form ‘61 and ‘71, and was fortunate to meet many of the wife’s of
ministers in those days. I particularly remember Pamela Mboya and Margaret
Kenyatta, daughter of the President.
Unknown commented on "All the babies will be brown"
8 May 2022
Large numbers of
Asians (people of Indian and Pakistani, heritage) did leave East Africa in the
1960s and early 70s for various reasons in the wake of 'independence'. However,
to set the record straighter the numbers were no more that a couple of hundred
thousand, rather than 1 million. In 1962 there were 179,000 in Kenya and by
1979 that was down to 78,000. In 1972, at the time Idi Amin expelled Asians
from Uganda they numbered roughly 80,000. By 2003 there were 15,000, some of
whom had returned once Amin was deposed. Tanzania's Asian population has
remained pretty stable and is roughly what it was in 1967 i.e. 88,567. To be
fair to the author, he did say that he wasn't quite sure what the number of
Asian who left were but conjectured that it might have been in the region of
one million.
Unknown commented on "I AM A GOAN"
3 May 2022
One of many
notable omissions is Serafino Antao double Gold Medalist at the commonwealth
games.
Unknown commented on "Maciel's neighbours: way beyond just being
neighbourly UPDATE"
20 Apr 2022
This is my Son Jack.
Nice to see some more pictures of him
Unknown commented on "The Spy who went to Loreto Msongari"
14 Apr 2022
Was there a movie
made that depicted her life? I love to watch anything spy related. Thanks for
the post.🤗🙏🏻
Unknown commented on "More about Goa and Goans!"
30 Mar 2022
I sincerely
believe that we are Goan- Indian. We cannot escape by false pretences that we
are any other but Indian using differences in our upbringing because of over
400 yrs. of Portuguese rule. India today has for example Sikhs, Parsis,
Muslims, Nepalese, Kashmeris, Hindus and others who differ similarly but are
ALL Indians.
Evans commented on "Bill Pagano: son of an Italian PoW in
Kenya"
19 Mar 2022
My mother was
born in eldoret,1945 she doesn't remember her italian father but has a few
details about him.name was pompilio barretto or boblio barretto.he later worked
in kitale with Hill Barrett & Co Ltd, as a mechanical engineer.
Cyprian
Fernandes commented
on "Malcolm X, Pio Gama Pinto, Dick Gregory, what
connects them?"
25 Feb 2022
OGM: correct,
Odinga was not a communist, more a capitalist.
Irucka Embry commented on "Malcolm X, Pio Gama Pinto, Dick Gregory, what
connects them?"
25 Feb 2022
El-Hajj Malik
El-Shabazz (Malcolm X) was assassinated first because he had already made the
radical leap to work with anyone (regardless of their skin color and religion)
to improve the lives of oppressed people throughout the world. He had moved to
human rights (social and economic justice for full, human beings) & freedom.
In order to accomplish that goal, he was working with African leaders to take
the struggle of Afro-Americans to the United Nations (UN). Were the African
leaders that El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz was working with also assassinated?
According to Dick Gregory {in an interview on "What's the 411? with Sharon
Kay Show" on JAZZY 88 WFSK}, the true assassin(s) of Malcolm X were
positioned above the crowd at the Audubon Theatre and Ballroom
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audubon_Ballroom]. Malcolm X was given mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation by a government operative to finish what the bullets hadn't
already. Regarding Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., he was assassinated, a year
after his "Beyond Vietnam -- A Time to Break Silence" speech where
King discussed the "... giant triplets of racism, extreme materialism, and
militarism ...", by the same global el-ite's "corporament" that
had killed John Fitzgerald Kennedy (JFK), Robert Francis Kennedy (RFK), and
El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz (Malcolm X) {https://www.kennedysandking.com/}. Both
King and Malcolm gave their support to people struggling for better working
& living conditions. Their biggest threat to the international power
structure that El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz called out in Detroit on February 14,
1965, was that they were confronting the foundations of the power structure
(divide-and-conquer) by developing allies throughout this country & the
world. The following resources provide more information to back-up some of what
I have said: https://elibrary.law.psu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1424&context=psilr
| Guilty as Charged: Malcolm X and His Vision of Racial Justice for African
Americans Through Utilization of the United Nations International Human Rights
Provisions and Institutions By Charles Lewis Nier III, Dickinson
Journal of International Law, Volume 16, Number 1, Article 3, 9-1-1997
https://malcolm-x.org/speeches/spc_021465.htm After the Bombing / Speech at
Ford Auditorium Speech by Malcolm X, February 14, 1965
https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/mlkatimetobreaksilence.htm Beyond
Vietnam -- A Time to Break Silence Speech by Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Delivered 4 April 1967, Riverside Church, New York City
https://rolandsheppard.com/?page_id=891 Why the U.S. Government Assassinated
Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. By Roland Sheppard Regarding Dick
Gregory, he was much more than simply a "Civil Rights Activist". I
have included various links below that provide more information about who he
was: https://web.archive.org/web/20160308013039/http://dickgregory.com/ Dick
Gregory Global Watch [Recovered with the Internet Archive]
https://dickgregory.com/ Dick Gregory Legacy https://dickgregoryfoundation.net/
Dick Gregory Foundation
https://www.americanswhotellthetruth.org/portraits/dick-gregory Americans Who Tell
The Truth: Dick Gregory https://www.democracynow.org/appearances/dick_gregory
"Democracy Now!": Dick Gregory Regarding what Dick Gregory said about
Malcolm X's assassination, he successfully sued the United States Government to
obtain Malcolm X's autopsy report. Have you ever reviewed Malcolm X's autopsy
report?
Gillian Pacheco commented on "Tomorrow's Catholic Church -- Fr Anthony
Scerri"
3 Dec 2021
Thank you Cyprian
for publishing Fr. Anthony Scerri's Reminiscences on 'Tomorrows Catholic
Church. I wonder if the parishioners of OLMC Wenty are aware of the treasure in
their midst. Fr. Anthony has spent his life Witnessing to Christ and
establishing His Church all over the world, preaching in multiple languages to
spread the Gospel. Now as he still continues his mission at 91, it is not
enough for us to stand back and clap our hands. How many parishioners have seen
him struggle as he walks to the shops and back for a cup of coffee? What have
we done or what are we doing for him? Are we willing to share in his vision by
ensuring that his mission and the mission of the Carmelites continue through
our support for the young East Timor Seminarians, many of whom will not be able
to make it because the Carmelites cannot afford their Theology training. Let us
take Fr. Anthony's example and do something for our Church.
Unknown commented on "Tomorrow's Catholic Church -- Fr Anthony
Scerri"
3 Dec 2021
God bless you
Father Anthony and keep you in the palm of His Hands.
Mervyn Maciel commented on "Tomorrow's Catholic Church -- Fr Anthony
Scerri"
2 Dec 2021
What an excellent
and inspiring piece by Fr. Anthony. Let us hope that, in the words of Pope
Francis, the Church will become truly the Church of the poor.
Unknown commented on "The Birth of St Teresa's NEW VERSION"
22 Oct 2021
My parents
attended CPS and then St. Teresa's in the 1950s. To find this was like reliving
all the stories I heard growing up about Mother Gertrude and Mother Stanislaus!
I loved reading this! I shared with my Mom who was overwhelmed!! I believe the
Casmiro Sequeira mentioned is my uncle who lives in England now. My mom grew up
in Railway Quarters as her Dad worked in the bar on the trains that went to
Mombasa and Kisumu. This was absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much for
posting!
Clifford Costa
Correa commented
on "Goan Estate: remembered with pride (special
photographs)."
19 Oct 2021
Thank you for
your blog and sharing these pictures. The Goan Estate was a fun place to live
and it was indeed a very close community. Many of us that lived in the Goan
Estate moved to the UK, Canada, USA & Australia but many of us remain in
touch, thanks in a large part to Filandru Fernandes who from time to time
organizes "Zoom calls" and we get a chance to talk about the
"fun time" we had growing up in the Goan Estate. The Goan Estate
looks different now but these pictures brought back fond memories and I am
impressed that Tony, Eva, Anto and Fil were able to identify virtually all the
residents in the Estate. The only one I would question was the house next to
Anthony D'Souza, I thought it was Walter D'Cruz but I could be wrong! Thanks
again, great memories!
Raymond commented on "Goans who excelled in Kenya"
7 Oct 2021
Hi Cyprian, Have
always enjoyed your journalism. Thank you for remembering my Dad, Pascoal de
Mello. Regards, Raymond)
Unknown commented on "Memories and dreams of an East African Literary
Paradis"
11 Sept 2021
Reading about
your comments to old friends, I am touched by the command of the English
language. As a fool who fancy himself as knowing English, please allow me to
indulge myself for a minute. My name is Farah Mohamed currently in Phoenix,
Arizona, originally from Kenya. I am writing a little E book, on some of the
forgotten African Freedom fighters, could anyone of you distinguished
Professors be interested in looking into its authenticity, since at nearly 80
might represent some facts ?
Eric Pinto commented on "Pamela Gonsalves: The final farewell"
4 Sept 2021
Enjoined Pam's
company in Aldona during our extended vacations in Goa.
Unknown commented on "Westerns of my life"
27 Aug 2021
I went to school
with them GOANS in those days and beleive me they were very good hearted
people. this is a comment from a non-Goan and it weights in Gold.
Unknown commented on "Westerns of my life"
27 Aug 2021
you would be
surprised that this frequent anonymous commentor is not a Goan but a mombasa
Arab who was close to Goans in those days but now back in Arabia.
Unknown commented on "Westerns of my life"
27 Aug 2021
Amazing, it takes
me back to my boyhood. great actors and great movies.
Cyprian
Fernandes commented
on "Stars Next Door... Seraphino Antao"
17 Aug 2021
Loved the Tokyo
2020 Olympics!
Philip Barker commented on "Stars Next Door... Seraphino Antao"
22 Jul 2021
brilliant work to
tell this story
Unknown commented on "Dr Manu D'Cruz, Eulogy: a very special man and
physician"
30 Jun 2021
He was my Doctor
more than 50 years.thanks to Godvfor a life well lived. May God rest his life
Eternal
Jo commented on "In Memoriam of past Kenya hockey
Olympians"
3 Jun 2021
RIP to all the
Kenya Olympians - their memory and energy lives on 💗
Unknown commented on "Makadara - cradle of Mombasa Goan Sport"
30 May 2021
Dear Marci, I
read your article"Makadara cradle of Mombasa Goan sport" with
interest. It is really going down memory lane for all connected to Mombasa. The
wedding photo of Anselm and Angelina Monseratte at the steps of Holy Ghost
Church mombasa,1958 drew my attention. Is this the same Monseratte who retired
from Barclays Bank Nkurumah Road in the Eighties? father to Braz and Clyde? I
remember him as old school gentle man. Used to share an occasional pint with
him and chit chat about the old days. I attended his funeral at the same church
when he passed away. Thank you. Regards.
Unknown commented on "Cyprian Fernandes: Sydney's Songbirds"
29 May 2021
My name is
Veeresh Malik. I was his cadet on the SATYA KAMAL and then on the SATYA PADAM
and have very fond memories of his wife, Leela, as well as him (though he made
me cut my hair once which was . . . though he also forgave me Mangalore . . .)
Unknown commented on "Cyprian Fernandes: Sydney's Songbirds"
29 May 2021
Good afternoon
from New Delhi, India, and I am looking for one of my mentors, Captain Bart
Pacheco ex-Seven Seas and seeking his welfare and updates. Thanks if you could
help/
John Gitahi commented on "Thinking twice!"
23 Apr 2021
Glad you shared
psg commented on "Ken Pereira"
16 Apr 2021
Congratulations!
Flavius
Fernandes commented
on "Crescent Fernandes Photo gallery, Nairobi Goan
history"
24 Mar 2021
Such great
memories and people. I remember some faces and voices so well.
Unknown commented on "Courage of Bhushan Vidyarthi"
20 Feb 2021
A fitting tribute
to a truly good man. We shared much over many years and I'll be grateful for
the advice and counsel. Rest well my friend. Om Shanti Shanti
Unknown commented on "Blaise D'Cunha/tributes/foto gallery"
13 Feb 2021
Superb ... very
well done.
Unknown commented on "Courage of Bhushan Vidyarthi"
12 Feb 2021
am glad to read
about people i have known in another planet in another time frame. Kul Bhuhshan
and Salim Lone were and are shining stars of that planet in those days.
ONCHI GEORGE
MAIKO commented
on "Malcolm X, Pio Gama Pinto, Dick Gregory, what
connects them?"
8 Feb 2021
Jaramogi and Ochieng
Oneko were not socialists. In face the former was in the 60s one of the
wealthiest black Kenyans. That is confirmed by first US Ambassador to Kenyas
memoirs where he laughs at US newspapers that claim so. They did use the
Russians and Chinese simply yo get funding in a way he felt naive. Pinto on
other hand was a committed ideologue well known in the international socialist
scene...
danceXpression commented on "A sister's eye witness account of her
brother's, his girlfriend's and a friend's death in a car crash"
5 Feb 2021
It also shook me.
Deryck and I were in the same class. Always admired him; he was a natural
leader (probably without knowing it)--outspoken and bold. If I recall. he used
top organize dances and hops.
Unknown commented on "Joe Murumbi, Great country, Bad politics"
31 Jan 2021
My heart ached as
I read these articles. They bring back such avid memories. Thank you Cyprian
for keeping me in the know.
robinhutton commented on "Down Memory Lane"
23 Jan 2021
What a fantastic
collection. Many way before my time I was born in 1953 in Eldoret
KevL commented on "Sylvester Fernandes, hockey Olympian"
5 Jan 2021
greeetings to
Silu........from Kevin Lillis (formerly Impala etc) happy new year and keep on
keepin on, great spirit!!!!
Kim Bhari commented on "Sylvester Fernandes, hockey Olympian"
4 Jan 2021
Nice article.
First time for me to hear about Mr Anthony D’Souza.
Unknown commented on "Kenya honours John Gomes, educator,
humanist!"
11 Dec 2020
I feel honoured
to be John Gomes product. My children are envious of my high school life, who
would not, with chicken pilau for a whole term.
Desiree Gomes commented on "Kenya honours John Gomes, educator,
humanist!"
11 Dec 2020
Way to go dad
...very very proud of your legacy
JJFRose commented on "The Birth of St Teresa's NEW VERSION"
15 Nov 2020
Thank you for
that comprehensive history. It really educated me.. I went to St Teresa’s
school. Do you still have family in Kenya. Keep safe. Great to find you in a
search.
julie commented on "The late Elsie Antonette Maciel"
11 Nov 2020
I am so very sad
to read of Elsie's passing she was a lovely lady and will be sadly missed by
her Family & Friends sending much love to Mervyn and The Family Deepest
sympathy with Love from Julie Terry Chris Dave Barry Gill & Families (
Joyce Hopkins Family C.A.L )
Unknown commented on "Bill Pagano: son of an Italian PoW in
Kenya"
8 Nov 2020
The Italian
connection. Bill has some interesting stories to tell about Italian prisoners
of war and their descendants. I have known some Italian prisoners war that
settled in Mombasa. Some were settled in Portreitz are where they lived
comfortably. There was an old man (at least when I knew him) he owned a
Transport company called over land Transport company with Red Fiat trucks, then
there were the Italian engineering fellows who were Fiat cars and trucks agents
they lived in Nyali. One was called Bonano and the others Espozito if my old
memory serves me right, and then there were the old chaps of mother star
Engineering and Muri Salvage Company and Outrigger hotel at Liwatoni. I wonder
if any of them still alive today. When I last saw some of them they were truly
old. In my next letter I will tell you how my connections with Italians
started. This my Email albusaidi575757@gmail.com
Hitesh commented on "The Vanishing People of the Red Ochre"
16 Oct 2020
Good morning. I
don't remember very much about Kenya as I left there when I was 4 years old,
but my family were there for many years. GB Jhalla (seen in your photos of the
cricket teams) is my uncle and I guess you probably also knew my late father. I
would be very interested in reading your book when published.
Unknown commented on "Harold George D'Souza Another Star Next
Door"
17 Sept 2020
Harold was and is
still one of the finest men you would like to meet and associate with.
Excellent piece on this gentleman. cheers norman
Unknown commented on "(Untitled)"
21 Aug 2020
Now that we
menntioned Arabs who were close to Goans in those days when it comes to sports
and music let me mention to few memorable moments that i recall. one time i was
invited by franklin perera to the old goan club in mombasa. he came with his
young boy called jeff. he told me he has partenerd with a man called somji to
start a company called ffk. my friendship with franklin was based on common
love of history. he was great admirer of saraphino ANTAO.
Lorraine Miranda commented on "CRESCENT FERNANDES: perhaps the last of his
kind, a Goan icon."
15 Aug 2020
Our deepest
condolences to the entire family. May his soul rest in peace.
Unknown commented on "CRESCENT FERNANDES: perhaps the last of his
kind, a Goan icon."
14 Aug 2020
My deepest condolences
to my good friend Christopher and his family, for their loss. Thoughts and
prayers are with you all. xx Marc Allen
Pearl Ferrao. commented on "CRESCENT FERNANDES: perhaps the last of his
kind, a Goan icon."
4 Aug 2020
Rest in peace
Crescent. Condolences to the family. Danny and Pearl Ferrao.
Unknown commented on "CRESCENT FERNANDES: perhaps the last of his
kind, a Goan icon."
4 Aug 2020
SKIP: You've done
an excellent obituary on a giant of a man in Kenya from his sporting ties at
the administration level and on the field. There was Crescent selling us his
insurance policies when we were still in our teens and it eventually paid off
when we were leaving Kenya. Had close ties with him on the field when we
represented Caltex, a team that was assembled by the late David Carrasco,
without a doubt the best administrator in Kenya. Crescent ran a close second to
David and I should know as we worked together for the Kenya Goan Sports
Association in organizing field hockey's Gold Cup and Allsopps Cup. The Allsops
Cup was the equivalent of the Gold Cup that pitted the best soccer clubs in
East Africa. Crescent was part of a dedicated group that included Tom Fernandes
and the late John D'Souza. Crescent also played an active role at the Railway
Goan Institute in different capacities. We will miss a thorough gentleman. Our
condolences go out to Thelma and the family. Norman and Delphine
Alfred Fernandes commented on "CRESCENT FERNANDES: perhaps the last of his
kind, a Goan icon."
2 Aug 2020
R.I.P. Crescent.
Heartfelt sympathy to Thelma and all the family.
Rodney Lobo commented on "The many faces of Ben Mkapa, the late president
of Tanzania/John Nazareth/Trevor Grundy"
29 Jul 2020
In August 1998 I
had the pleasure of meeting President Mkapa in Oslo, Norway. He was here on a
state visit and as part of the programme he met with individuals and
organisations relevant to Tanzania. I was on the board of the Norway - Tanzania
association and was asked to lead a small delegation to present the association
and its activities. But what should we give him as a gift to remember the
Association and his visit to Norway? For some reason I remember Peter
Nazareth's brother John Nazareth once telling me that Mkapa and Peter had
studied together at Makerere and that Mkapa was a fan of Elvis Presley. So I
scoured around music shops in Oslo and found a cd album that was special and
seldom. (At least that's what the cover said). So I bought it as our gift to
him. At our meeting and after the formal part, I told him that I had a source
who told me he liked Elvis Presley and that here is a special cd of the singer!
The Tanzanian ambassador and the people around jumped in their chairs and
wanted to know how come I had information of such personal character about the
President! Luckly, I remained calm and told a curious and wondering president
that I know his former university mate who had "leaked" the
information. The president kept the cd aside and wanted to know about Peter's
whereabouts and doings. I told him what I knew, and his face lit up as he then
looked back at the album and kept it close to himself. A moment I will never
forget, and from what I could judge he would't either. The Mkapa- Presley
moment. Rest in peace Mr President. Rodney Lobo, Oslo, Norway.
trodzamail commented on "VALU ABREU M.B.E. an outstanding Goan"
27 Jul 2020
Great to read of
all this fascinating history of Valu and the Abreu family....I'm the son of
Ophelia...now a writer...in uk. I visited Kenya and met quite a few of the
clan...and am still in touch with Andrew & Zita...I also did some years
work in Tanzania...& so know quite a lot about East Africa.My blog
trodza.wordpress.com gives you a peep into some of my writing. I wish the
family well and am so proud of the great contribution the family has made to
society and to goans abroad. You can contact me on trodza at ymail or trukay at
gmail.
Eddie Tavares. commented on "A Blaise of Cricket Glory"
15 Jul 2020
I had always
wanted to know what happened to Blaise. I enjoyed watching him bowl. Thanks for
sharing this write up. Blaise was a great gentleman and very unassuming.
Coach Melvin commented on "A Blaise of Cricket Glory"
14 Jul 2020
This is an
excellent piece, Cyprian.Blaise was and is amazing.
Cleta commented on "ROSALIND MASCARENHAS: Eulogy"
12 Jul 2020
Thank you for all
the happy memories,you will always be remembered fondly.I will miss our
frequent little chats. From Cleta,Melissa,Sharon,and Robbie.
Stanm commented on "ROSALIND MASCARENHAS: Eulogy"
10 Jul 2020
Thankyou so much
Joseph, mum will be dearly missed, we know now she is in a better place where
she wont be feeling pain or suffering anymore. Thankyou so much for the tribute
you have created for mum, and for all to read and share, illustrating her life
struggles, to be known and how she carried on to live a full and caring life
,which may reassure anyone whom may feel there is no hope when difficulties
occur, but know there is hope always, Sincerely, Stanley,
In response
to a comment by Joseph D'Souza
Eddie Tavares. commented on "ROSALIND MASCARENHAS: Eulogy"
10 Jul 2020
May her soul rest
in eternal peace and May her memory be a blessing.
Joseph D'Souza commented on "ROSALIND MASCARENHAS: Eulogy"
10 Jul 2020
If one day there
is a story to be told of heroism, duty, dealing with the cards delt by life's
meanderings,- then all those whose lives were touched by this giant of a soul
in Rosalind Mascarenhas will be the authours of the chapters that write that
book. Farewell Dear Rosalind. Thank you for memories and experiences over so
many decades. With love, honour, respect and tribute from the family of Cosmas
and Rose D'Souza.
A. Anthony
(TONY) FERNANDES:The 'ROCK RAMBLER' commented on "JOHNNY LOBO, BRILLIANT CRICKET"
1 Jul 2020
93 not out !
Bravo
Unknown commented on "GOANS:COURAGE OF THE EARLY PIONEERS"
23 Jun 2020
My father, Filipe
Sebastiao De Souza,arrived in Kenya in 1928. Though early, he must have been
the 3rd or fourth wave of Goans coming to East Africa. He first worked with
Shell Company on the technical side and his work took him to the three East
African countries(Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika). He would recount, after a nice
tot of whisky to help him along, his adventures in the bush. The roads were
murram- if they existed at all. The car wheels had wooden spokes which would
sometime break. They carried spare spokes to replace them and continue on their
journeys. Sometimes the spokes ran out, and they would then look for suitable
pieces of timber in the surrounding forests, which would then be fashioned as
replacements. After a few years of having Nairobi as his base, he was
transferred to Kampala and he continued with the same job. He finally learnt
the craft of Watch-making and repairs and he opened a shop dealing with Roamer
watches and repairs. He had the francise for Roamer watches in the whoe of East
Africa and the Sudan. Around 1958 there was the Kabaka Yeka party and other
parties which were agitating for Independence. Among the means used was a
boycott of the South Asian and European businesses.My father's business was
badly hit as most of his customers were Africans and the Baganda. He rallied on
for a couple of years but the damage had been done. He closed shop before going
into bankruptcy and opened a smaller outfit in the Wandegeya suburb in
Kampala.This served to barely sustain the family. In 1961 the whole family
moved to Nairobi, and was to stay there until 1973 when he retired to Goa were
he passed away at the end of that year. Malachy De Souza M.D.
Unknown commented on "(Untitled)"
16 Jun 2020
I am forever
greatful to Cyprian for taking us Down memory lane of those sweet old days in
Mombasa. Not only Goans but we Arabs too remember The Shiftars.
gio1 commented on "Tony Almeida: a world renowned architect"
11 Jun 2020
I remember with
great nostalgia passing my early school years at this school, from 1961 to
1966!Surrounded by so many happy schoolkids; both black and brown and every
other colour in between. Now I'm 69, but the memories flood back! I also stayed
until the end of 1962 at the nearby Goan School Hostel. I rememberonce Julius
Nyerere dropping by at the hostel once as there was a nephew of his - or the
son of some relative, or other politician - briefly staying at the hostel. I
also recall hearing the independence festivities coming from the big sports
stadium based in Cha'ngombe at the time, and this would have been November
1961. Sadly the hostel had to shut at the end of term in 1962, for possible
reasons of being under-used, as the top floor was completely unoccupied, with
probably 40 bed spaces. I vaguely remember that we were never more than 25 boys
in possibly an 80 bed space hostel. I was also teacher's pet two years in a
row, (shock, horror!).. when I was made number one pupil by these lady
teachers. One of them was Miss Tanna, whom I had a crush on (more shock,
horror!). She wore saris to school, was pale skinned, and always came to school
smelling beautifully and wearing a long, lustrous thick hair plait, topped over
one ear with a ball of jasmine flowers stuck behind one ear..aaaahh, memoires!!
I would pay millions to re-live those times. Is there such a thing as a
parallel universe, where one re-lives a life over and over?
Unknown commented on "Photo Gallery of Kenya Cricket 23 photos: CM
Gracias, Blaise d'Cunha Johnny Lobo! Ramanbhai Patel, Mehboob Ali, Basharat
Hassan and hundreds others."
8 Jun 2020
What an excellent
collection.
Unknown commented on "Walter Fernandes: Out of Africa, unforgettable
moments"
1 Jun 2020
Well done Walter!
All the best!
Unknown commented on "Walter Fernandes: Out of Africa, unforgettable
moments"
1 Jun 2020
Going through my
files I found a copy of `A FAREWELL CONCERT TO OBOE` .The concert took place at
the residence of J.M. Nazereth Q.C. on the 20thJuly 1966 . Taking part were all
you named plus Helen De Souza and Euphemia (Sopranos) Brought tears to me
because at a very early age Oboe taught me chess .
skiprod@telus.net commented on "Walter Fernandes: Out of Africa, unforgettable
moments"
1 Jun 2020
I remember Walter
and Leandro Saldanha as being the shining hopes for the future of Goan
classical music. The quartet mentioned above, consisted of Alberto
Rodrigues,recently deceased, the 2nd. violin, Anthony Alvares, elder brother of
the much better known jazz trumpeter Auggie Alvares, played lead violinist.
|Aires Campos played viola and Braz Rodrigues, Alberto's brother played Cello.
This group was also joined on various occasions by Walter, Leandro, Louis
Pires, (violin), his bro. Gilbert, (Bass) Dominic de Souza (violin) and Ilda
Noronha (Anthony, Oboe Noronha's wife.) Little known fact was that the late
Alberto Rod. was a very proficient baritone singer who on one occasion won the
Rose Bowl and a number of other trophies at the Kenya Music Festival. Those
were Happy Times. Thank you Walter for bringing back those great days.\
Unknown commented on "Walter Fernandes: Out of Africa, unforgettable
moments"
31 May 2020
Isabella , Albert
was a great Violist . He and Anthony Alvares were good buddies . Very often he
with Anthony Alvares (!st violin , Pires (2nd Violin) Albert(Viola) and I
forget the fourth , would play in quartets . Sorry to hear he just past .
Isabella Wise
(nee de Souza) commented
on "Walter Fernandes: Out of Africa, unforgettable
moments"
31 May 2020
It is with great
sadness I report that my uncle Albert Rodrigues, violinist mentioned in this
article, just passed away on 29 March 2020 in Goa.
R bij commented on "The Indian "duka" in Kibwezi"
27 May 2020
This was very
interesting, Krishna's son is looking to get in touch with you. Please respond
if you are happy to do so!
Unknown commented on "Cyprian Fernandes: Nairobi in my dreams of a
long time ago"
22 May 2020
Well written! Did
not know it was you who wrote this article! Thank you!
Unknown commented on "The Birth of St Teresa's NEW VERSION"
18 May 2020
you have just
given a history of my childhood parish I have been looking for, for a long
time. Thank you.
Cressy commented on "Obituary: Nicky de Mello, a sports
fan-atic"
11 Apr 2020
Dearest Sybil and
Navarro Thanks for being there for Nick and me Love Cressy
In response
to a comment by Unknown
Eddie Tavares. commented on "R.I.P Dr Fitz de Souza, true greatness!"
27 Mar 2020
Both Pio and Fitz
were pioneers in the struggle for Kenya’s independence. Both had strong
feelings for the freedom of Goa as well. I wonder what their views on the
current state of affairs in Goa and Kenya would be. The total breakdown in a
strong and stable Government free of bribery and corruption which has
transpired after Liberation and Independence must have dulled their spirits
especially Fitz who being an officer of the court as well as Deputy Speaker of
the Parliament.
Unknown commented on "THE DRGS MEMORIAL SAFARI TO KENYA"
12 Mar 2020
How about a visit
to the Dr Ribeiro Parklands School after the Memorial Mass at St Francis Xavier
Church, Parklands. Dr Malachy De Souza M.D.
Unknown commented on "Rose D'Sa: Brexit ends a long journey of
dedication"
4 Feb 2020
Rose has quite a
rich background in the professional and sports fields. My sympathies to her and
the rest of the family over the loss of her mother Annie De Sa on 29 January.
Malachy De Souza M.D.
Unknown commented on "Goans of Goa, another view"
2 Feb 2020
I appreciate the
write-up of Prof. Abdul Aziz Lodhi, who made me see clearly some insights on
the Goan Community in Goa. I was aware of Goan Hindus and Goan Muslims - the
former I surmised from the mosques I saw in Panjim in a trip to the motherland
in 1975; I did not know there were Goan Muslims in Zanzibar, and I have yet to
meet a Goan Muslim. It is nice to see that all branches of the Goan Community
live side by side and I hope this trend continues. Marriage between the various
communities and religions will help their integration. Dr Malachy De Souza M.D.
Unknown commented on "Jack Simonian: The eulogy by Jeremy
Sirley"
22 Jan 2020
Jack was truly a
gentleman and a sportsman and was one of my role models although we had never
met. Dr Malachy De Souza M.D.
Unknown commented on "A memorial Mass for Dr Manu in Toronto"
20 Jan 2020
I attended Dr
Manu's funeral Mass at St Austin's Church, Nairobi, and was pleasantly
surprised to see so many people of all races and religions among the
congregation. Manu will be remembered by many patients, especially those seen
by his Ear Foundation; I accompanied Manu and Clara to some of the Ear Camps
and it was an enriching experience to see the devotion of the couple. Malachy
De Souza M.D.
Cyprian
Fernandes commented
on "Canadian Goans: a perspective"
17 Jan 2020
Appreciate the
thoughts, albeit it belatedly
ilfordian commented on "Tony Almeida: a world renowned architect"
24 Dec 2019
Today I thought
of Mr.Tony Almeida and I googled him and I found him here. I am sorry to hear
about his passing away.May his soul rest in peace. We were neighbours in Dar es
Salaam In Acacia Avenue .He was living with his family there .My father( ex
P.S.Karadia) had our house in Changombe planned by him. My father was very
proud of tfact that he was an Architect and that he drew the plans for our
house. He was also the architect of my School 'D.A.Girls Secondary School'. I
will always remember him a very handsome smiling but at times serious young
man.He was 25 years my senior. Hansa Patel (Presently in London,UK. Born in Dar
es Salaam)
Eddie Tavares. commented on "Cyprian Fernandes: The vanishing tribe:
Mombasa: First Goan Institute in Africa"
23 Dec 2019
A great expose of
the Goan History in Eastern Africa. A tribute to our sense of adventure and
commitment.
Eddie Tavares. commented on "This isn't the India they taught us about in
school"
22 Dec 2019
Narendra Modi has
become so emboldened by his party’s success in the recent election that he
thinks that he is a King or Rajah. His sole effort now is to convert India from
a secular state to a Hindu State and disenfranchise those of every other
religion in the process. This is not the first time he has acted in this
fashion. When he was Chief Minister of Gujarat, he turned a blind eye and a
deaf ear when EXTREMIST Hindus targeted Christians, desecrating Churches and
harassing Christian Minority in Gujarat and even forcing converts to
Christianity to renounce their faith and revert to Hinduism. He himself is an
extremist and believes in the Hindutav doctrine. I wish all fair minded Indians
join the protests and ensure that this absurd citizenship Law is abolished
forthwith. India should remain a secular state and ALL Indians of whatever
Religion or no religion at all can live in harmony in their own country and not
be subject to the whims of people such as Modi. What a tragedy this is. I
support wholeheartedly the protests against this unfair and unjust law.
Unknown commented on "Death of a great Kenya Goan icon"
25 Nov 2019
DOREEN FIGUEIREDO
Growing up in Nairobi, the Figueiredo family knew the D'Cruz family very
well.The previous comments show what a wonderful couple both Clara and Manu
were. On behalf of the Sisters of Mercy and the Mater Misericordiae Hospital in
Nairobi I would like to acknowledge the support and work Manu gave in his own
way and on behalf of the Rotarians in Nairobi to the Mater and our outlying
missions. May he rest in peace.
Unknown commented on "Obituary: Nicky de Mello, a sports
fan-atic"
8 Nov 2019
Dearest Sybil and
Novarro, Thank you for letting me know! Warmest regards. K.
Unknown commented on "Obituary: Nicky de Mello, a sports
fan-atic"
8 Nov 2019
Nicky, it was an
immense pleasure and a great honour having known you for a couple of years
before Idi Amin drove a wedge between us. You always watched over all of us,
and there is no doubt you will continue doing the same from your ringside seat
in Heaven, while enjoying the company of the Lord and as we wait to join you as
per His plan. I wish your family the strength and courage to bear your
temporary loss. Your fond memories will keep us all going. Affectionately,
Kuldeep Nayer.
Unknown commented on "Roy's Pacheco's life safari"
29 Oct 2019
Bwana Cypy!
Asante sana! There are more of my true stories if you wish to read and enjoy!
Bilal Khatri112 commented on "Toronto old-timers, "them good old
days" here again!!!"
12 Oct 2019
Unknown commented on "Roy's Pacheco's life safari"
10 Oct 2019
Asante Sana!
Bwana Cypy!
Kersi Rustomji commented on "Muriel Thampy, a celebration of a much loved
teacher and mother"
2 Oct 2019
While not my
class teacher, Mural was a teacher at the Catholic Parochial and St Teacher.
She was a dear friend. As I cant attend from down under, I would be most
grateful if my brief message is read at the gathering. Jambo all the CPS and
St. Teresa lads and ladies. 60 odds years have passed, am 82 now, and I recall
Muriel, her kids, especially Ashok and her brother Sydney Lewis. Unfortunately,
I was not in her class but we saw her at school and held her in high respect
and regards. Muriel was an amazingly brave and a gutsy lady, who raised a
family of wonderful children, all by herself, with great devotion to them as
well to life, casting aside the biases and communal barbs that our women were
often were subjected to, which she often shared with me, during a few meals at
her Ngara flat. Muriel showed them all they had someone tough to contend with,
and Muriel a super Mum put them all to silence. Among you all gathered hear, I
still recall most of the names from CPS and St. Teresa, to mention here her
other charges, all her students. Mural taught us all by her life example, that
no matter what adversity besets us, we can overcome it all, if we put our
shoulder to it. Dear Muriel, thank you for being a part of my like. May you now
continue to have eternal peace. To you all, too many to mention by names which
I still recall, at 82 years,jambo from Australia. I pray that the Lord blesses
you all with love , happiness and joy in your lives. Kwaheri, dear friends of
old and new. Kersi Rustomji.
http://www.proofreading-services.org commented on "Cyprian Fernandes: What the church said about
Kenya Goans in 1968"
2 Oct 2019
The article is
very interesting, but I think I have missed something. I still can not
understand why were the Goans departed? Maybe I should find more information
about that.
Unknown commented on "Muriel Thampy, a celebration of a much loved
teacher and mother"
1 Oct 2019
Dear Mrs. Thampy
was my neighbor in Ngara. I used to go to her home for Tuition. I still keeep
in touch with her family. God Bless them all! Roy Pacheco
the friendly
support team is open for you 24/7 commented on "Antoinette: photos in memoriam"
23 Sept 2019
Warm family
atmosphere was caught in these photos, it is always pleasing to see people
happy. I think everyone has a special family album to treasure such moments.
Bethuel Oduo commented on "You visited my blog 300,000 time, asante
sana!"
19 Sept 2019
Hi Cyprian, I was
born bred and brought up in Kitale in the Rift Valley Province. My father moved
there from Kisumu in 1950 as a young man. He was warmly received by a Goan
family of tailors called Mr Diaz. He had two sons Gilbert Diaz and Edmund Diaz
and one sister Philomena Diaz.They taught him how to stitch suits a profession
he picked up and used all his life. We somehow owe our existence and
establishment to the Diaz family. I would wish to get in touch with any member
of the Diaz family Ex-Kitale in Kenya.\
helpful site commented
on "A Pure Goan ... Part 2"
9 Sept 2019
The identity of
each person does not depend on his homeland or loved ones, since only he
decides who he is and what is most important to him.
hyperlink commented on "Antoinette and Me"
9 Sept 2019
This friendship
story is incredibly amazing because you have passed incredibly many tests
together and were able to maintain respect and understanding between you.
editing academic papers of all kinds commented on "Antoinette: A daughter's tears"
9 Sept 2019
Such strong
stories should be known to the largest number of people so that everyone can
appreciate what they have and take care of it even more.
Kevin Saldanha commented on "Antoinette: A daughter's tears"
5 Sept 2019
Thank you for
sharing this
they can write
your 15 page commented
on "Antoinette: photos in memoriam"
5 Sept 2019
This is a nice
reminder! Keep up sharing the news! Will be waiting for your new article! Hope
it will be interesting and appealing!
Diana Patel commented on "Antoinette: A daughter's tears"
5 Sept 2019
Such a beautiful
account of your relationship with your dear mother. Brought me to tears! Stay
strong . We are praying that you do well. Diana, Deb and family
Unknown commented on "Mombasa's finest in sports"
14 Aug 2019
Jambo Mheshimiwa
Mutukufu Cyprian! Asanteni for the Great & Generous accolades to all our
Coastal Sports Personalities – as we always portrayed the Coast to Coast Bond –
and indefinitely Respect – Reflect – Reminisce our fallen Heros!
Lisette Saldanha commented on "Canadian Goans: a perspective"
14 Aug 2019
So nice to see a
young uncle Aloysious featured here. Uncle Aloysious was keen and dedicated to
the community. The fact that he was one of the few that were there from the
inception of the GOA Toronto does not surprise me. He persevered for the
community and in the charitable branch with great humility and dedication,
never seeking any accolades for his contributions. As his niece he has been one
of my inspirations. Kudos to all these six gentlemen for starting something
that has generated pride for our community socially, in sports and in
contributions to this beautiful land we call home. As a young girl I remember
attending every dance with my family, participating in Canadian multicultural
events like Harbour Front and Toronto’s Caravan. As a teenager In my new
Canadian home I found grounding and a connection to my roots. Congratulations
to the GOA Toronto as they celebrate 50 years, and all the individuals that
have had a part in it.
Lisette Saldanha commented on "My brother John J. D'Souza"
14 Aug 2019
So nice to see a
young uncle Aloysious featured here. Uncle Aloysious was keen and dedicated to
the community. The fact that he was one of the few that were there from the
inception of the GOA Toronto does not surprise me. He persevered for the
community and in the charitable branch with great humility and dedication,
never seeking any accolades for his contributions. As his niece he has been one
of my inspirations. Kudos to all these six gentlemen for starting something
that has generated pride for our community socially, in sports and in
contributions to this beautiful land we call home. As a young girl I remember
attending every dance with my family, participating in Canadian multicultural
events like Harbour Front and Toronto’s Caravan. As a teenager In my new
Canadian home I found grounding and a connection to my roots. Congratulations
to the GOA Toronto as they celebrate 50 years, and all the individuals that
have had a part in it.
Unknown commented on "Stars Next Door" Two mighty Trojans of
Kenya hockey"
14 Aug 2019
Thanks for the
detailed information about Avtar &Alu. I was a close friend of the Mendonca
family besides being their doctor. We would visit often & I would look
forward to the Goan specialties they would serve at their table. Dr Malachy De
Souza
Pearl Ferrao. commented on "Fare thee well, my darling best friend
Maureen!"
23 Jul 2019
Maureen and
Eugene were good customers to Ferrao Auto Repair as well as became good friends
to Danny and myself. Our condolences to Karl and family, Gavin and family. It's
a great loss to lots of us. Rest In Peace 🙏🙏
friends.
Unknown commented on "Goodbye Europe"
29 Jun 2019
Hi Cyprian. I was
filled with joy at the various towns and sites you visited. Althought I spent
six years in Europe at Medical School in Italy, I was not able to see as many
monumets as you may have seen within so short a period. I did visit a number of
towns in Italy and saw ancient monuments; I regret not having been able to
visit Venice and Florence. On Avignon, I would like to add that the Popes fled
Rome to establish their Sees there. This was as a result of wards between the
Papal States and the secular arm of the non-Papal States. St Catherine of
Siena, that saint with a "sharp tongue," was instrumental in
convincing the Pope to return to Rome and recover the See of|Peter. Best
wishes, Dr Malachy De Souza.
Unknown commented on "Goodbye Europe"
16 Jun 2019
Hi Skip -
Wonderful Pictures & Commentary - Following
Fiona commented on "The Clan System in the Goan Village"
13 Jun 2019
Hi John, around 5
yaers ago, i managed to link to Richard de souza who informed me that my father
was linked to Vangod 3 - do you have any ancestry data for that clan please.
Thank you
Unknown commented on "Tony Almeida: a world renowned architect"
28 Apr 2019
I am sad to hear
about the passing away of Mr. Anthony Almeida, a very well known, talented
architect who made an enormous contribution to the profession. I am myself an
architect from Dar-es-Salaam, and have met Mr. Almeida on several occasions in
Dar. Every time, I learnt something new and interesting about him as a
practising architect, his in-depth knowledge of history and design and
construction in general. The fraternity of professionals and associates will
miss him tremendously. We are very proud of the legacy that Mr. Almeida has
left behind both locally and internationally. May God bless his soul. Praful
Soni
Susan Rodrigues commented on "Ferdie Rodrigues: excerpts from a book in
progress"
25 Apr 2019
The first excerpt
is my interpretation of a photo: A meeting with dad and others
Palebushman commented on "(Untitled)"
7 Mar 2019
How wonderful to
come across your wonderful story about 'The Shiftars' Cecilia Mascarenhas. I am
Dave Whitehead, the drummer with Conny Kit and The Pirates in Mombasa at the
time and latterly with 'The Bushmen' in Italy. Would also like to give my
special thanks to Cyprian Fernandes for publishing your story here in this
blog. Thank you Cyprian, and should you wish to contact me, I am on the same
continent as you, but unfortunately a little bit too far away from you up here
in Queensland.My email address is palebushman@bigpond or palebushman@gmail.com
Oh how I miss those awesome time we had in Mombasa in the 50's and 60's.
Cyprian
Fernandes commented
on "Dementia"
27 Feb 2019
Thank you! Wish
you a little light ... for your mum. Cyprian
Vivien Prince commented on "Dementia"
27 Feb 2019
This is very
useful, as my mum (97) has dementia. Thank you for sharing.
Cyprian
Fernandes commented
on "Nairobi: breathing new life into memories of
Eastleigh/town schools"
A. Anthony
(TONY) FERNANDES:The 'ROCK RAMBLER' commented on "Nairobi: breathing new life into memories of
Eastleigh/town schools"
10 Aug 2015
Mervyn Maciel my
'rafiki and revered 'wazee' zipped this to me , Enjoyed the blog posting and
pix. Even clocked pics of my rellies Denzil De Moraes and daughter etc. Did not
recognize any other faces yet ( though admittedly many a bit ahead of my time
there ) but nonetheless a great effort and well done Asante sana indeed (Sadly
I was not able to be there despite living in London) I will message Greg
separately PS: I's be keen to set up a dedicated FB page if there isn't one
already . Your thoughts would be appreciated
Unknown commented on "Goa, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zanzibar"
8 Dec 2014
Editorial in
CATHOLIC MIRROR (Nairobi, Kenya), March, 1968 .Page Four. GOAN CATHOLICS The
spotlight in recent weeks, has been turned full on the exodus of many Asians
from Kenya. Among those who have departed are a number of Goan families from
Nairobi and other centres in the country. Their departure must necessarily
remind us of the extraordinary contributions the Goans of Kenya have made to
the Catholic Church and Catholic life in this country. They came here bringing
with them a tradition of Catholic worship and family life, which stretched back
more than four centuries to the great apostle of their homeland, St Francis
Xavier. In their own country – an area surrounded by non-Christian communities
– they had developed that Christian tradition. It centred on a great devotion
to the central act of worship of the Church, the Sacrifice of the Mass and the
Blessed Eucharist. It found strength in their love of Mary, the Mother of God,
and St. Francis Xavier. The older generation passed on their faith to those who
followed them and many a missionary in Kenya in the last hundred years has had
reason to thank God for the example of Catholic life of this people. Their
loyalty to their faith and their unhesitating generosity in the material
support of the Church and its spread to others are too well known to need
emphasis. One need but mention a few of the monuments to this generosity – the
Holy Family Cathedral in Nairobi, St.Francis Xavier’s Church, the Boys’ and
Girls’ Schools and the Church at Eastleigh. They were generous to a fault when
it came to giving to God, whether that giving involved the sacrifice of their
time and comfort in working for such societies as that of St. Vincent de Paul
or the Legion of Mary, or delving into their resources to build churches where
God would be worshipped or schools where their children would receive a true
Christian education. It is only natural then that the Catholic community,
comprising people of every race, should regret the necessity that makes many of
these fellow-Catholics leave us in Kenya. The Church will be poorer,
spiritually and materially, for their going; but the countries to which they go
will be the richer for their coming. Those who remain will, we know, continue
the tradition of loyalty to their faith of the Goans. Those who are leaving
will carry with them the thanks of their fellow-Catholics and missionaries and
the prayerful wish that all will go well for them in their new homes. To all,
whether they go or stay, might be applied the words of Pope Pius XI regarding
another small catholic race, the Irish, whom persecution and economic necessity
compelled to leave their homeland, a hundred years ago: “Like God’s pure air,
they are everywhere; and everywhere they are doing good.”
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