Waswahili huwa entitled sana, still following footsteps of their Arab forefathers. I was in Lamu 2021/22 and i loved how well kikuyu had diluted their pride. They have intermarried.
(Lamu swahili ladies are not hard to marry compared with Mombasa ones.)
The one speaking most likely Swahili elites who live in those posh villages of Shela.
I would love to own a home in lamu island
So unasema nikienda lamu naezaget a beautiful bajuni virgin to marry mkuu.
ION, seems we are being prepared PEV. Sipendi the balkanisation thro this tribal rhetoric that will make 07 look like child’s play. Hivi ndio ilianza after the orange referendum. Anza kujipanga ukiwa msap
Generally, thats a very pedestrian opinion on issues the guy is talking about.
AI:
What is the current problem with kikuyu people in lamu, kenya ?
The tensions involving the Kikuyu people in Lamu, Kenya, stem from a combination of historical, social, political, and economic factors. These tensions often reflect broader national issues related to land ownership, ethnic identity, and political influence. Some of the key issues include:
1. Land Ownership and Historical Settlements
- The Kikuyu, a prominent ethnic group in Kenya, have settled in Lamu over the years, often acquiring land for farming and business.
- This has caused friction with some indigenous communities, such as the Bajuni and Orma, who perceive the Kikuyu as outsiders encroaching on their ancestral lands.
- Issues of historical land injustices and contested land titles exacerbate these tensions.
2. Perceived Economic Dominance
- The Kikuyu are often seen as economically assertive and enterprising, leading to perceptions that they dominate local businesses and opportunities in Lamu.
- This has sometimes created resentment among local communities, who feel marginalized or displaced economically.
3. Political Influence
- Lamu has historically been a diverse region with various ethnic groups. The influx of Kikuyu settlers, particularly during Kenya’s post-independence resettlement programs, shifted the region’s demographic balance.
- Some local groups feel that the Kikuyu wield disproportionate political influence in Lamu, influencing elections and decision-making processes.
4. Security Concerns
- Lamu is near the Somali border and has been affected by insecurity due to Al-Shabaab attacks. Sometimes, ethnic tensions are heightened by suspicions or accusations that certain groups are complicit in these security issues.
- Government security operations in the region have sometimes targeted specific groups, leading to mistrust among communities.
5. Cultural and Social Differences
- Cultural differences between the Kikuyu and the indigenous coastal communities can sometimes lead to misunderstandings or conflicts.
- The Kikuyu’s integration into the predominantly Muslim coastal community has faced challenges, including differing lifestyles and traditions.
Efforts to Address the Issues
- Government Mediation: Authorities have attempted to resolve these tensions through land reforms, dialogue, and development programs.
- Community Initiatives: Non-governmental organizations and local leaders have engaged in reconciliation efforts to foster peaceful coexistence.
- Public Awareness: Education on inter-ethnic harmony and shared economic opportunities has been promoted.
These tensions are part of Kenya’s broader challenge of managing ethnic diversity and historical grievances, especially in regions with contested resources like Lamu.
Hahaha Kikekuyus aka the most pro-status quo community in Kenya. 3 times voters of Ruto.
Hii ni Gemini, Google’s AI engine ama?
Chatgpt
People want decentralization. People want to talk about more than the white highland activities of tea, coffee, dairy, horticulture. People want to shake the status quo.
AI:
The effects of land ownership patterns in Kenya during the pre-independence and post-independence periods are profound and continue to shape the country’s social, political, and economic landscape. Below is an analysis of these effects:
Pre-Independence Land Ownership (Colonial Era)
During the colonial period (1895–1963), Kenya’s land ownership patterns were radically altered by British policies.
Key Characteristics:
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Alienation of Indigenous Lands:
- Large tracts of fertile land, especially in the Central Highlands (White Highlands), were expropriated by British settlers.
- Indigenous communities were displaced, often forced into reserves or marginal lands.
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Introduction of Private Land Tenure:
- The British introduced Western-style private ownership, replacing traditional communal land systems.
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Labour Exploitation:
- Displaced communities were compelled to work on European farms under exploitative conditions to survive.
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Resistance and Land Injustices:
- Movements like the Mau Mau rebellion emerged, rooted in grievances over land dispossession.
Effects:
- Economic Disparities: Europeans controlled the most fertile lands, while African communities were confined to unproductive areas, limiting their agricultural productivity.
- Landlessness: Displacement led to widespread landlessness and poverty among indigenous populations.
- Ethnic Tensions: Forced migrations disrupted traditional community structures, creating inter-ethnic competition for scarce resources.
Post-Independence Land Ownership (1963–Present)
After independence, the Kenyan government inherited a skewed land ownership system. Efforts to address historical injustices have been mixed and controversial.
Key Characteristics:
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Land Redistribution Programs:
- The government launched settlement schemes to redistribute land from former colonial estates to indigenous communities.
- Many Kikuyu, being politically well-connected, benefited disproportionately, creating resentment among other groups.
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Persistence of Inequality:
- Large-scale farms previously owned by Europeans were transferred to a small elite of African politicians and businessmen, rather than landless peasants.
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Corruption and Mismanagement:
- The process of land allocation often lacked transparency, with significant corruption in the issuance of titles.
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Continued Displacement:
- Development projects and land-grabbing by elites have led to further displacement of marginalized communities.
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Ethnic and Political Tensions:
- Unequal land distribution has fueled ethnic tensions, as seen in regions like the Rift Valley, where historical grievances over land have played a role in election-related violence (e.g., 2007–08 post-election crisis).
Effects:
- Economic Inequality: Large landowners continue to dominate, while many smallholder farmers and landless people struggle to make ends meet.
- Conflict and Violence: Land disputes remain a major source of ethnic and political conflict.
- Underutilized Land: Inefficient land use persists, with some large tracts of land lying idle, despite widespread poverty.
- Policy Failures: Attempts at land reform have been slow and ineffective, failing to fully address historical injustices.
Comparative Analysis
Aspect | Pre-Independence | Post-Independence |
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Ownership Structure | Controlled by European settlers | Dominated by African elites and political allies |
Displacement | Indigenous communities displaced | Continued displacement due to land-grabbing |
Economic Impact | Indigenous communities economically marginalized | Persistent inequality and rural poverty |
Conflict | Resistance to colonial land alienation | Ethnic and political tensions over land |
Long-Term Effects
- Land Injustice Legacy: Historical grievances over land dispossession remain unresolved.
- Policy Challenges: Land reforms face resistance from powerful political and economic elites.
- Development Issues: Inefficient and inequitable land use hampers agricultural productivity and rural development.
Addressing these issues requires comprehensive land reforms, transparency, and political will to balance historical grievances with contemporary socio-economic realities.
Hawabagui bora uko focused.
Kila mtu akae kwao
BTW there are very few proper virgin ones… may be from the front only… most have great experience “kwa sukuma”… Anyway, how will you know unless she has anal incontinence because brakes ziliisha???
Unasema hao waarabu warudi Yemen?
Shehe afanye chenye anafanya akijam. Nanzenz
Tractors zirejeshwe kwao sasa.
Why though??? Ndio uishingi ukitumia punda pekee?? and 3 day power blackouts???
Also Lamu is a heritage site, kununua ni ngumu!!
Huyo Sheikh ata hajijui. The lands Kikuyus occupy are all on the mainland and on what was historically land occupied by the Bajuni.
Yeye ni Mbajuni? Ikiwa si hivyo bas!
If Swahilis have an issue, wait until the Orma and Somali who have been pushing into both contitiencies(Garissa county is claiming Dar es Salaam as being in Garissa county and not Lamu, which is false then there is the creeping migration of pastoralists into Lamu farms even as far as Mpeketoni from both Ijara and Tana River)
waanze ukabila wao!! That is the time they will know there is no such thing as Islamic Ummah because those Cushites act along clan lines .
If the Sheikh wants political power, he can ask Lamu town be moved to the Swahili dominated Lamu East instead of the Kikuyu and Bajun dominated Lamu West wapambane na Wasomali wale wanataka kuwanyanganya border post!!
Spoken like a pea sized brain Kagege that has never left his comfort zone.