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What is Kericho known for?
Kericho County is home to the best of Kenyan Tea which is renowned worldwide for its taste with its town square even known as Chai Square. Some of the largest tea companies including Unilever Kenya, James Finlay and Williamson Tea are based here. It is also home to the popular Ketepa brand.
Which tribe is found in Kericho?
Kericho County is cosmopolitan and largely inhabited by the Kipsigis sub-tribe of the Kalenjin tribal group. Other notable tribes include Kikuyus, Luos, Somalis, Indians, Luhyas and Kisiis who have enjoyed close relationships with the Kalenjins.
Which country is Kericho?
Kericho County | |
Country | Kenya |
Formed | 4 March 2013 |
Capital | Kericho |
Government |
What is the origin of the name Kericho?
5/ Kericho's name origin has several theories. Its name is said to have either taken after the Maasai chief ole Kericho or "kerichek" - the Kipsigis word for medicine in homage to the area's first hospital. The medicine man KipKerich is also said to have inspired the town's name.
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