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Well-known village which birthed mighty Kenyattas wallowing in neglect

Off Thika superhighway, Kenyatta Road connects to Gatundu town passing through Ichaweri village.

The village in Kiambu county produced founding President Jomo Kenyatta and his son, Uhuru Kenyatta, the fourth president. When you join Kenyatta Road, you get a sense of calm. The quiet road is expanding, indicating that big things are on the way in Gatundu.

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