Teddy Oparanya was strolling around Mumias market when he noticed her. She was dressed in a hijab, and walked with an aura of authority that indicated pride, authority and confidence, all rolled into one.
"There was something different about her. I wanted to know her, even though it was the first time I had set my eyes on her," says Teddy. The year was 1995. The girl was Asmin Yabunga.She was returning from her evening shift as a nurse when she realized there was a man stealing glances at her.