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Why Lamu men prefer walking barefoot

It is normal for men to walk barefoot in Lamu island. 

Photo credit: Kalume Kazungu I Nation Media Group

By  Kalume Kazungu

Correspondent

Nation Media Group

Men in Lamu County are often seen walking barefoot, even into government offices.

Bakari Muhaj, 56, says he spends almost 90 percent of his time without shoes.

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