Ten reasons why I might retire to Kakamega

Kakamega (KK) is an innocent little town. It is so homely and I should retire there. Why should I have such a dream, even though decentralization is entrenched, Nairobi is an attractive place 2010 Constitution?

First, the town was once the capital of the Western Provinces such as Nakuru, Embu and Garissa, and inherited some infrastructure that other towns do not have.

Second, the weather is great: it’s not as humid as in Mombasa or Kisumu. Kakamega’s weather is inviting, whether you’re sitting outside or inside. A few thunderclaps in the late afternoon can be startling, but it’s easy to get used to.

Third, this is a smart town, not just in a technological sense. It has so many Many bookstores and a universityI feel at home in my profession. In addition to providing accommodation for students and faculty, it is also interesting to understand other economic spillover effects of universities. We can use Cambridge in the United States or Oxford in the United Kingdom or other university cities as benchmarks.

Fourth is the pace of life. The pace of life here is slower and more humane. The focus here is on people, not just their money. A haircut costs 200 Kenyan shillings, half of what it costs in Nairobi. The same goes for other services and even food.

Interacting with Kakamegans, whether they are PhD holders or con artists, is a delight. Everyone is friendly and respectful – comparable to the coastal cities MombasaI imagine the rural areas are more pleasant. The further west you go into Uganda, the more pleasant it becomes.

Fifth, Kakamega is a melting pot of diverse population. It seems that I am not the only one attracted to Kakamega, there are others before me.

Sixth, a golf course gives a city a chance to breathe and a place to stay. Like a university, a golf course is a sign that a town has matured. I hope that counties with more land can develop golf courses.

Seventh, the town is neat and orderly, with sidewalks and wide streets. The only flaw is a large well between the gates of the golf club and the golf hotel. There are few cranes, which is worrying, and the main places are hung with portraits of the governor.

8. The food is great, whether it’s Murumbe chicken or fish, or traditional vegetables. Tea is another story. How do they make it? Is the food the reason most people there are so tall and strong?

Ninth, I would have time to explore the West and learn about its culture, economy, and aspirations. I would discover why towns in the West have long names but are still small, such as NavajoSigalagala or Shamakhokho.

Finally, I feel Kakamega would welcome me as one of their sons. My name rhymes with Ingo. My Kakamega name is Matendechere; I will go slowly when I retire. You never know, I could enrich the gene pool and get a mulamwa. Is there residential land for sale in Kakamega town or suburbs? No brokers please. Bushire…