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Youth demonstrate in Nairobi during demos over Finance Bill 2024 that was due debate and voting in parliament. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

Not all Kenyans have good intentions during maandamano. While many Kenyans genuinely agitate for a good cause in the political demonstrations, others look for opportunities to steal and commit mischievous acts. Here are 10 characters you will meet in any maandamano.

  1. The political fanatic

He is a diehard supporter of particular politician and will follow any directive issued by the leader. If maandamano is announced, he will not go to work or business to heed the leader's call. It doesn't matter if the maandamano are held three days a week; he will ensure to attend them all.

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