Learn Kikuyu - Wirute Gikuyu
Who are the Gîkûyû People The Gîkûyû, or Kikuyu, are a Bantu speaking ethnic group found in Kenya, in the East Africa. The term Gîkûyû refers to the language and, by extension, to its native speakers. The Gîkûyû People comprise of over 8 million people spread across the globe with the majority of them residing in their native central Kenya. As a Bantu people, their origins and history stretch back centuries, forming a very rich cultural heritage. Interest in Learning Kikuyu Recently, a resurgence of interest in the Kikuyu language has emerged among younger generations. While English and Kiswahili have dominated for economic and social reasons, many young Agĩkũyũ are now eager to reconnect with their vernacular. This change of interest is particularly evident among the people living in the diaspora, where many Gĩkũyũ seek to strengthen ties with their cultural roots and communicate with family. This article will attempt to introduce you to the Gĩkũyũ language in a simple way. Just lik