Raila does not lose sleep over who will be running mate, says Atwoli

Central Organisation of Trade Unions (Cotu) Secretary-General Francis Atwoli during an interview at his Ildamat Home in Kajiado County on April 29th, 2021. [David Gichuru, Standard]

It is easy to see why Francis Atwoli picked Ildamat, Kajiado County, for his home. On a chilly day, he can choose to stay indoors and savour the hypnotic beauty of Mt Suswa, visible on the horizon, and the surrounding hills. Sunny days are perfect for the outdoors. A constant breeze and the tranquil sound of water lapping in the fountain in front of the Atwolis’ guest house offer a calming effect.

Besides the weaver birds colonising his acacia tree, Mr Atwoli doesn’t have to worry about any noise in his space. Living 90km away from his Solidarity House office - the headquarters of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (Cotu) in perhaps the noisiest place in the capital, Gikomba - buys some peace. Perhaps the only downside may be that he hardly seems to have neighbours.