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The last of Mau Mau's 'forgotten' generals recalls forest escapades

Joseph Macharia Mwangi alias General Kihithuki speaks to 'The Standard' at his home in Kieni, Nyeri County, on November 1, 2022. [Mose Sammy, Standard]

Every year after the ululations of Jamhuri Day celebrations fizzle out, there is another cry from forgotten generals.

Tucked in Kieni, Nyeri County, is a quiet but famous Karicheni village on the Nyeri- Nanyuki road.

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