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Umepotelea wapi? Ten silly questions Kenyans like to ask

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Kenyans are sneaky. They have mastered the art of speaking without saying anything, and the finer art of obtaining information through seemingly innocent questions. A conversation with a Kenyan is like an elaborate game of chess, one which would completely baffle a foreigner if they were to listen in. But it is also a treasure trove of hidden meaning, jokes and subtle insults.

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