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Kikuyu, Kalenjin in Rift are not amused by ex-DP's 'Xmas' talk

Former Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua,accompanied by Kiambu senator Paul Thangwa,Nyandarua senator John Methu,Cleopas Malala and Naivasha MP Jane Kihara and other leaders address the media at Karen Hospital after visiting Juja MP George Koimburi who is admitted after he was allegedly abducted and tortured. [Benard Orwongo, Standard]

After the 2007-2008 post-election violence, the Kikuyu and Kalenjin leaders came together to promote peace, urging their people to focus on shared interests rather than political divisions.

These community elders held joint meetings, reminding their youth that their livelihoods-farming, trade, and education-depended on stability. Their efforts helped prevent clashes, proving that Kenya remains stable and prosperous when Kikuyus and Kalenjins are on the same political plane.

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