Acceptance of diversity in cultural practices among the different tribes residing in Molo has fostered national cohesion according to area MP Jacob Macharia.
He said the area has in the past suffered big losses from tribal wars which led to deaths and some residents forced to leave their homes to seek refuge in other regions.
Responding to questions by this writer on the efforts made by the community in fostering peace and harmony, the MP maintained that they have made tremendous impact.
“We live as one people regardless of our cultural backgrounds and we do very many things together so that we create the bond of togetherness,” he said.
He spoke in Molo on Tuesday during a routine tour of the constituency where he was inspecting ongoing projects.
Macharia said leaders in Molo have been instrumental in promoting cohesion within the area and their efforts have borne fruits today.
“Area leaders have been very instrumental in promoting cohesion within Molo and today if you come, you will borrow a lesson from us because we feel we have achieved a lot.
Molo was among the volatile regions in the Rift Valley region during post election violence in 2007-08 due to tribal wars as its population is mainly inhabited by Kikuyu and Kalenjin communities respectively.
Michelle Chemutai who has been in Molo since 2009 said she has learnt to appreciate her colleagues from other tribes and help them when they are in need.
James Karumba added that they herd their animals together with the Kalenjins and always look out for each other.