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Nomiya Church where circumcision is driven by religious faith. (Photo: Isaiah Gwengi/Standard)
Three boys draped in snow white robs with matching caps, stand before a solemn congregation. Their heads are bowed and hands clasped. The boys have undergone a rite of passage — circumcision.
The venue is Nomiya Church, in Ajigo, Siaya County and the congregation is giving them a grand welcome following their heroic act.
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