Ah! Shangazi Mela: 7E

Ah! Shangazi Mela: 7E is a compelling Kiswahili supplementary reader for Grade 7 students, authored by Rebecca Nandwa and published by Oxford University Press (OUP). This Level 7E book follows the story of Nanjira, who is excited to move from the countryside to Nairobi for her education, anticipating the joys of city life. Unbeknownst to Nanjira, her Aunt Mela (shangazi) has a secret and different plan for her, leading the narrative toward a possible conflict or surprise. The story is a dramatic exploration of expectations versus reality, personal ambition, and the dangers a child may face when moving to an unfamiliar urban environment. This is an essential read for developing advanced comprehension and critical thinking on social safety and self-reliance.