When Mzee said no to domination and made his name at Lancaster

Daniel arap Moi (3rd right) with the Kapenguria Six.

Colonial historical accounts of the late President Daniel arap Moi depict him as a steely, unassuming character, one given to strong political views and being in the right place at the right time.

His demeanor though, and expression, sold a false narrative so much so that much later in President Jomo Kenyatta’s succession, many compared him to a passing cloud.