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The economics and politics of boda boda

Karuri was a talented policeman in my village when we were growing up in the 1970s and 80s. I shall not disclose the name of my village for security reasons.

He was the proud owner of a Yamaha motorbike and also a guitarist who entertained us in church with his skills.

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