Just like Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie would put it, the problem with stereotypes is not that they are untrue, but that they are incomplete. They make one story become the only story. Kikuyus are not only good when it comes to business; they are just as good in many other things.
I live in Kiambu County, so technically, I get to spend a lot of time with many people from the highlands regardless of age, gender or financial status.
Honestly speaking, I’ve been able to learn a lot from these folks, but one thing still baffles me up to date; they do so much with their cars! Some weird, but others are actually cool.
So, what are some of these things Kikuyus do with their cars;
1. Pimping Rides Too Much – There’s nothing wrong with making your car look cool, but sometimes I feel like you over do it. I have a neighbour who owns an old model Toyota Corolla that has been properly pimped out complete with huge unnecessary yellow headlights, a chandelier, and Rihanna posters.
2. No Respect For Expensive Cars – As much as Kikuyus love their cars, you’re most likely to meet someone who carries such stuff in expensive cars. (See picture below)
3. Every Car Can Play The Role Of A Pick Up – Apparently a car without a carrier or space for carrying stuff, is considered useless. True or nah?
Also read: Endelea Kufinyana Kwa Matatu! Here Are The Expensive Cars Your Favourite Comedians Bought In 2015
4. Having Their Names/Pictures On Cars – Names are important, and make us feel great but do we really have to paste our names or even pictures on personal cars? I saw a car with a sticker on the back which read ‘NjoroMutho,’. The car apparently belongs to one Njoroge and his wife, Muthoni.
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