Oral history with Filder

Interview sound appears to be in mono with the interviewee and interviewer sounding as if from different angles. There is also various background noises such as rustling etc.

00:01:00 Interviewee introduces herself, explaining the origin and meaning of her name.

00:05:22 Explains decision to come to the UK.

00:07:00 Preparation to leave Uganda and imagination of life in the UK.

00:12:10 The journey from Uganda to the UK and the first impression of the UK.

00:14:55 Filder’s educational background.

00:18:20 Relatives in Uganda and Filder’s role and responsibility in the family.

00:21:52 Challenges of communication and contacts with relatives in Uganda and occasional visits to Uganda.

00:24:00 Contacts and communications with Ugandans in the UK.

00:25:43 The meaning of cultural heritage and the importance of its preservation.

00:27:59 Opinion about UK Cuisine and comparison with those of Uganda that she is accustomed to.

00:30:05 British born Ugandan children, their views on heritage, food and other cultural challenges.

00:37:00 Language of communication in Ugandan families in the UK and related communication barriers and challenges.

00:39:00 Discusses Ugandan cultural organizations and related youth clubs in the UK; how such organizations can be improved.

00:43:46 Explains the importance of story telling and songs playing part in educating children to preserve heritage.

00:46:32 Emphasizes role of music and music instrument training as vital in preserving heritage.

00:48:00 Describes ornaments and adornments and the occasions to wear them and why children should be encouraged to

continue with the tradition.

00:50:14 Narrates the life event of welcoming a child into the world; discusses naming of babies and how the choice is arrived at.

00:58:20 Discusses the responsibility of raising children; provides details for both boys and girls.

01:02:00 Provides suggestions about the right time for marriage; consultations and the process of getting a partner; presenting

oneself as a worthy and suitable bride or groom to be.

01:21:13 Narrates the stages of preparing for marriage; the intensity of diplomatic activities; codes of conduct; the do’s and

don'ts; assessment and payment of dowry in cash or in terms of livestock etc.

01:40:13 Explains how the terminally ill are comforted and the related superstition about death; Taking care of the dead;

preparation for burial and the related rituals.

01:46:43 Elaborates on the funeral celebrations and the belief in spirituality or life after death.

01:48:01 Any other information.

01:48:56 End.