Kuku na Mwewe

Kuku na Mwewe (The Chicken and the Eagle) is a classic Kiswahili children's story by Nyambura Mpesha, published by Phoenix Publishers, aimed at young primary readers. This engaging narrative unravels the enduring mystery and tension between the chicken (Kuku) and the eagle (Mwewe), drawing on a well-known African folktale tradition. The plot follows Kuku as she grapples with various life problems, causing her great anxiety, primarily due to the constant threats posed by Mwewe. It’s an exciting and suspenseful read that helps children develop reading fluency and introduces them to traditional moral lessons about trust, consequence, and caution.