The Last Laugh is a work of contemporary African fiction. The story is about Isuwirio, an ambitious young man who grows up in poverty and social marginalization in a rural Kenyan community. His journey is marked by financial hardship, social pressure, and conflicts with traditional beliefs represented by his father, Mchiambai. However, despite all those hindrances, he remained committed to education as a means of escaping poverty and reshaping his future. Isuwirio's academic success, including his exposure to education abroad, transforms his worldview and prepares him for leadership. This book is good for everyone and especially for Junior and Senior Schools.

The narrative also addresses harmful cultural practices, particularly Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), through the experiences of Bahati and Kapepe. Their contrasting outcomes highlight the physical, emotional, and psychological consequences of such traditions while reinforcing the novel's broader social critique.