Dedan Kimathi
Dedan Kimathi was a key leader of the Mau Mau uprising against British colonial rule in Kenya, revered as a national hero for his bravery and commitment to the fight for independence, ultimately becoming a symbol of resistance.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
General Kiambati was close to the iconic leader of the Mau Mau movement, Dedan Kimathi, who was executed by the British in 1957.
One of last Kenya Mau Mau 'forgotten' independence fighters buried
Kenya· 2026-02-14
Dedan Kimathi's grave remains an official mystery, likely to prevent it from becoming a shrine.
How Uhuru helped to turn Raila's grave into a shrineKenya· 2025-11-03
Dedan Kimathi is a historical figure whose trial is discussed in relation to Raila Odinga's interests in history and justice.
I sought Raila's intervention including during Gachagua's impeachmentKenya· 2025-10-22
He is mentioned as a significant figure whose remains have not been released.
It's time to challenge the authenticity and moral grounding of colonial educationKenya· 2025-08-31
Davis Tafari mentioned Dedan Kimathi as one of the freedom fighters whose footsteps they follow in the pursuit of dignity and social justice.
Youth launch National People's Council to offer alternative political leadershipKenya· 2025-08-04
Those calling for accountability in street protests should join the statues of Dedan Kimathi and Tom Mboya in silence.
Raila's promise and why he is unlikely to see or speak no evil until 2027Kenya· 2025-07-25
Dedan Kimathi is the subject of the play The Trial of Dedan Kimathi, which is currently running at the Kenya National Theatre.
Penpoints, gunpoints, and dreams, as literary scholars experience Ngugi's Kenya first-handKenya· 2025-06-27
Dedan Kimathi is referenced as a notable figure whose burial location remains unknown.
Why end of WW II deserves a holidayKenya· 2025-05-04
Dedan Kimathi is mentioned as a historical figure who fought for freedom in Kenya.
Perpetual campaigns derail nation's growthKenya· 2025-03-16
Dedan Kimathi was a Mau Mau Field Marshal whose capture was enabled by Ndirangu Mau.
Did Kasmuel betray a whole generation in his latest move?Kenya· 2025-03-01
