The curtains came down on an important chapter of Meru history on May 9 when Jacinta Mwariama was laid to rest in Timau. Ms Mwariama was the wife of Mau Mau hero, Field Marshal Musa Mwariama. Jacinta, who acted as a spy for the Mau Mau during the freedom struggle, died a miserable woman having lived in squalor, as did Mwariama in 1993.
Her death evoked tales of heartbreaking stories of heroes and heroines who, despite their courage, outstanding achievements and noble qualities, died without being honoured.