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Malala, Omtatah, Kibwana: Kenyan politicians who fell in love with theatre

Okiya Omtatah (from left), Cleophas Malala and Kivutha Kibwana [Courtesy]

Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malala has been news all week for the brouhaha brought about by his play 'Echoes of War'. He is a politician who has made a mark in theatre, even before politics bought his art the wrath of the State. And he is not the only politician with a love for theatre.

Kenya boasts a rich tapestry of politicians who have seamlessly blended their artistic talents with public service.

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