The Impact of Electricity

The arrival of electricity transforms daily life in a rural African community, altering social dynamics, marriage patterns, and intergenerational relationships. Through ethnographic research in Zanzibar, the author explores how different groups respond to this change, highlighting both the appreciation and new dilemmas it brings. The narrative delves into the evolving connections between genders and the spiritual realm, using electricity as a lens to reveal the complexities of social and cultural life. This examination invites readers to reflect on the broader implications of electricity in everyday existence.