Disco Matanga: Noble life celebration that turned into scenes of sex, crime and death

Teenager spotted disturbing a burial service at Ikonyero area in Kakamega. {Photo Benjamin Sakwa}

In the Luhya community, the concept of disco matanga was an event where the community used to come together to mourn with the bereaved families, offer assistance and company, and respectfully give the deceased a befitting sendoff.

The night vigil was not for everybody. Identified special people used to come to entertain mourners through music at night, and the entertainment exhibited high standards of discipline and moral values.