Kikuyu

The Kĩkũyũ (otherwise spelled Gĩkũyũ) ethnic group is Kenya's most populous ethnic group. They total more than 4.5 million which is about 20% of Kenya's total population. They cultivate the fertile central highlands, sometimes known as Kikuyuland, and part of the lush Great Rift Valley.

Anti-colonialism

The Kĩkũyũ was the most active ethnic group during the fight for Kenyan independence, with many of the Mau-Mau being drawn from their number. Already in the 1920s organised resistance against the colonial power was set up through the Kikuyu Central Association. After World War 2 the Kĩkũyũ were especially restless and the Mau Mau were form, lead by Dedan K?mathi. He is credited for leading the resistance which lead to defeat of the colonial government.

Related Topics:
Mau-Mau - World War 2 - Dedan K?mathi

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