Kikuyu (Gikuyu)

Kikuyu (Gikuyu) refers to both a Bantu ethnic group native to central Kenya and their language. The Kikuyu people are the largest ethnic group in Kenya, traditionally practicing agriculture, especially farming maize, beans, and coffee. Their culture emphasizes community, family, and oral traditions. The Kikuyu language, part of the Bantu language family, is widely spoken in Kenya and is used in daily communication, education, and media. Historically, they played a significant role in Kenya’s independence movement. Today, they continue to contribute to Kenya’s social, economic, and political landscape.