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One who was mentioned in the book about Kenya Goans, by Ms Albuquerque was Alleluia Fernandes. He came to Kenya as a stripling lad to stitch for the British Army. He went on to become one of the finest Tairlors in Nairobi and ended up clothing the New elite in Kenya after independence. He died many years ago. He was by Borther-in-law's father. He was also the first President of the Tailors' Society in Nairobi - had the Portuguese Consul present at the opening of their premises. The Society was presented with a minature Caravale, which I believe, is to this day hanging in the Tailors' Society Club in Nairobi. I was fortunate to have him make my bespoked wedding suit. Probably the last item he ever stitched for a client. As was usual in those days he had quite a few offspring! Aleluia Fernandes is to this day remembered by many of the off spring of the Tailors. R.I.P. Not all tailors were poor. There were one or two who were quite wealthy in their own right. One Robin Fernandes from Navelim gifted his property in Navelim to the Church, which at that time was worth I believe 16-1/2 lakhs! ( many years ago!) He could be considered as an entrepreneur having his own biz in Nbi. Cheers, Gabe.
