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Why Rift Valley artistes love Australia

Veteran Kalenjin gospel musician Pst Joel Kimetto performs during a past function. [File]

While most Kenyan artistes head West for international shows, those from the North Rift prefer Australian cities. Kalenjin artiste Joel Kimetto, known for the song 'Uro' says the high population of Australian residents hailing from from the Rift Valleymotivates them to perform there.

"Furthermore, the same people have been supporting us financially whenever we tour the Australian cities where a high population of their citizens also like our music," says Kimetto.

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