Embakasi South MP Musili Mawathe’s Dholuo Mastery Stuns Attendees
Embakasi South MP Musili Mawathe has captured the attention of many after delivering a fluent Dholuo speech during his visit to Raila Odinga’s Opoda Farm. His accent, which closely resembled that of natives from the lakeside region, left attendees in awe and sparked widespread online discussions.
The video of the event quickly went viral, with Kenyans praising Mawathe for his impressive command of the language. Many debated which specific part of Luo Nyanza his accent most closely resembled, adding to the intrigue surrounding his linguistic skills.
Mawathe was among a group of leaders from the Ukambani region who accompanied Kalonzo Musyoka to pay homage to Raila Odinga. The visit marked a significant moment in their long-standing political alliance, as the two had previously joined forces in their bids for the presidency.
During the event, Kalonzo, along with the Kamba Council of Elders and religious leaders, presented a herd of 100 cows as a gesture of friendship and solidarity between the Kamba and Luo communities. This act symbolized unity and mutual respect between the two groups.
The gathering was a mix of emotion and humor, as one of the elders presented Siaya Governor James Orengo with a symbolic walking stick, recognizing his courage and leadership. Orengo responded by running around the venue with the stick raised high, bringing laughter to the crowd and lightening the somber atmosphere.
When it came time for Mawathe to speak, he took the audience by surprise with his fluency in Dholuo. His speech, which reflected on his time with Raila, elicited both shock and cheers from the attendees. Many were stunned by his ability to communicate so effortlessly in the language.
Kenyans who watched the video shared their thoughts on Mawathe’s Dholuo skills:
- Tonnie Ogana: “He speaks fluent Dholuo, and with a Siaya accent.”
- Raphael Mutuma: “Weuh! If there were an institution of higher learning where Dholuo is taught, I would join.”
- Mutua Junior: “The Luo language is very easy when well mastered. And very nice speaking it confidently. I worked at Ndhiwa for two years and almost mastered the whole of it.”
- Bernard Orimbo: “Maybe this guy is actually a Luo from Alego. This Luo is too deep.”
- Okoth Okoth: “How comes the accent is from Ugenya? This accent is top-notch.”
- Mwingirwa Linguli: “It’s like Dholuo is the Kenyan version of French.”
- Dismas Ole Tajiri Mwasambu: “There is need for DNA test.”
- Agatha Owino: “It’s the Alego accent for me. How is that possible?”
Ida Odinga’s Heartwarming Moment at Opoda Farm
In another touching development, a video of Ida Odinga interacting playfully with a large Nile perch at her Opoda Farm warmed the hearts of many Kenyans. The fish had just been offloaded from a vehicle, and Ida, dressed in a white African-themed outfit, was seen teasingly placing her hand inside its mouth before pulling it out in laughter.
This cheerful moment resonated with many, as it suggested that Ida was slowly healing from the loss of her husband, Raila. Her lighthearted interaction with the fish brought smiles to the faces of those who watched the video, offering a glimpse of hope and resilience during a difficult time.
