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The dragon of ethnicity nurtured by selfish politicians

By Machel Waikenda
twitter@MachelWaikenda

When Kenyans got together to celebrate the 50th year of independence on December 12 last year, it was evident that people did not look at what tribe they belonged to. Kenyans celebrated the jubilee fete without blowing the balloon that are the ethnic differences between them. The riot of colour, language, varied musical expression, and prayers from all religious groups spoke of a nation at peace with itself.

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