Between 1880 and 1935, Africa was to undergo a horrific experience which would profoundly change her future.

As late as 1880, only very limited areas of Africa had come under the direct rule of Europeans.

African rulers and lineage heads were in control of their independence and sovereignty; many fought to keep the Europeans away.

One such leader was Koitalel Arap Samoei.  In this episode, we share the exploits of this great legendary Orkoiyot; a spiritual and military leader of the Nandi people of Kenya, who led the longest resistance to British occupation in Kenya - The Nandi Resistance.

Enjoy another slice of Kenyan history Bitesize!

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