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Grace Ogot


Born
in Asembo, Nyanza, Kenya
May 15, 1930

Died
March 18, 2015


Grace Ogot (May 15, 1930 – March 18, 2015) was a Kenyan author, nurse, journalist, politician and diplomat. Together with Charity Waciuma she is the first Anglophone female Kenyan writer to be published.

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Average rating: 3.74 · 387 ratings · 51 reviews · 28 distinct works • Similar authors
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“When you are frightened, don't sit still, keep on doing something. The act of doing will give you back your courage.”
― Grace Ogot
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“Whenever you want to see me, always look at the sunset; I will be there.”
― Grace Ogot
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