The Kikuyus are the largest ethnic group in mostly in the Mount Kenya region of Kenya.
The Kikuyu’s migrated from West Africa and their foremost ancestor was Gikuyu (Kikuyu in Swahili).
The Kikuyu’s speak the Kikuyu Language.
Popular delicacies of the Kikuyu are Githeri (maize and beans), Nyama Choma (roast beef), Mukimo (green beans and potatoes).
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