Binyavanga Wainaina was a prominent Kenyan journalist, born on January 18, 1971, in Nakuru. He was known for his influential writing and contributions to the literature and media of Africa. Throughout his career, he won various awards, including the prestigious Caine Prize. Wainaina was educated at the University of Transkei and the University of East Anglia. He passed away on May 21, 2019, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and incisive commentary on African identity and culture.
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Time Zone - Africa/Nairobi (3:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Binyavanga
the one who brings rain
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Binyavanga Wainaina belongs to the Generation X group.
Place of Birth: Nakuru
Place of Death: Nairobi
Cause of Death: stroke
Educated At: Mang'u High School | Lenana School | University of East Anglia | University of Transkei
Occupation: journalist | writer
Awards Received: Caine Prize
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Ephemeris for January 18, 1971
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 18, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for January 18, 2024 |
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| Sun | 27 Capricorn 37 | 27 Capricorn 45 | 21 Pisces 8 |
| Moon | 12 Libra 16 | 0 Taurus 24 | 23 Virgo 59 |
| Mercury | 3 Capricorn 34 | 4 Capricorn 57 | 26 Pisces 24 |
| Venus | 10 Sagittarius 47 | 23 Sagittarius 52 | 9 Aquarius 39 |
| Mars | 27 Scorpio 2 | 10 Capricorn 18 | 29 Sagittarius 58 |
| Jupiter | 0 Sagittarius 32 | 6 Taurus 7 | 6 Sagittarius 6 |
| Saturn | 15 Taurus 57 | 4 Pisces 54 | 18 Taurus 30 |
| Uranus | 13 Libra 36 | 19 Taurus 8 | 12 Libra 26 |
| Neptune | 2 Sagittarius 28 | 25 Pisces 24 | 3 Sagittarius 3 |
| Pluto | 29 Virgo 37 | 29 Capricorn 54 | 28 Virgo 33 |
| Rahu | 25 Aquarius 2 | 19 Aries 57 | 22 Aquarius 13 |
| Ketu | 25 Leo 2 | 19 Libra 57 | 22 Leo 13 |
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