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I do not apologise for who I am

Orie Rogo-Manduli is known to speak her mind without fear or favour. For that reason, she has clashed with even the mightiest in Kenya, and her courage is visible in the way she is not easily cowed. She takes on the world with sheer force and style, attributes that define her personality. She spoke to SHIRLEY GENGA.

I’m rebellious, capable and different, and I know it. I have never wanted to be anything else but Orie Rogo-Manduli. I’m bold and speak my mind without fear. I’m fastidious and never boring. I do not apologise for who I am — you just have to learn to live with me. I have always been an outspoken person who is never afraid to be different.

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