Martha Karua on politics, aging and being a grandmother

Martha Karua.

I am just a handful of addresses away from arguably the most prestigious residence in the country; the State House. However, the room I am in is far from stately. It is devoid of any grandeur, trimmings or attempts at interior decoration. It is plain and practical. Unpretentious even.

There are solid hues on the walls, a sturdy desk and simple office chairs and not much else. The desk is bare. No neatly framed photographs or stationery holders. I have sought this interview for quite a while now. And now that I am here, 40 minutes is all I get.