New bid for Mijikenda unity announced at cultural festival
Kilifi Governor Amason Kingi (left) and other leaders join traditional dancers during the “Chenda Chenda” festival at the Karia Maitha Grounds in Kilifi town on September 10, 2018. PHOTO | LABAN WALLOGA | NATION MEDIA GROUP
Mr Kingi said the region is seeking political and economic unity to enable it to speak with one voice.
Governor Kingi said unity of the Mijikenda was paramount since it will help them win the other communities’ support.
But the Coast also has upcountry settlers from the Kikuyu, Luhya, Kamba, Luo, Meru, Kisii and Embu communities.
The nine Mijikenda tribes have launched a unity initiative ahead of the 2022 elections.
On Sunday, Kilifi Governor Amason Kingi, flanked by eight MPs, led the Chenda Chenda Festival at the Karisa Maitha Grounds in Kilifi to celebrate Mijikenda culture and unite the community.
