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Widow of Mau Mau fighter lives in slum

Miriam Kisio, 91, during the interview in Majengo slums, Narok. She is the widow of the late Mau Mau fighter General Kurito Kisio. [Robert Kiplagat, Standard]

As the country marks Mashujaa Day celebrations today, Mama Maria Kisio, the Mau Mau freedom fighter Kurito ole Kisio's widow who joined the ragtag army is proud of her contribution to Kenya's independence.

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