In Kenya, a famous banned play is finally getting its due. “I Will Marry When I Want,” was co-written by one of the country’s most legendary writers Ngugi wa Thiong’o, but was banned for being controversial. This week it came home, and Kenyans say it’s still as relevant as ever. The World’s Halima Gikandi brings us this story.
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