Kenyan Author Ngugi wa Thiong'o Dies at 87

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, a famous writer from Kenya, has passed away.

His daughter shared the sad news.

He was known as one of the most important writers in East Africa.

He wrote in his native language, which made him a symbol of African identity after colonial times.

He was once put in jail for his play and later went to live in other countries.

He wrote a famous book about how language is important for a country's culture and history.

Many people admired him and sent messages of respect after his passing.