A Kikuyu man is one interesting creature that affirms the beauty and marvel of God's creation work.

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While Kikuyu men are perhaps the most misunderstood male members of Kenya's 44 tribes, getting to know what defines them can help you change your negative perception towards them.

So, what are these things that define a typical Gikuyu man?

Well, every Kikuyu man desires four things that define him; Money, Adventure, Land and Entertainment (MALE). Let's focus on each at a time.

1. Money

There is no doubt that the industrious and entrepreneurial nature of Kikuyu men is informed by the desire to make money.

A Kikuyu man's life simply revolves around money and is usually ready to go through the whole hog to make as much money as possible.

This is because all the other three aspects of his lifestyle are pegged on money. Yes, 'mbesha!' Before he makes what he considers to be real money, all the other things remain peripheral and least of his priorities.

This is perhaps why some have a fallacy that Kikuyu men aren't romantic and are stingy. Nothing could be further from the truth.

2. Adventure

Once a Kikuyu man makes real money and has invested heavily in a number of profitable enterprises, he is now ready to sit down and enjoy the fruits of his hard labour.

He will seek to explore the world to the extent his money allows him.

3. Land

Have you ever wondered why many Kikuyu radio and TV stations are always advertising plots of land for sale?

It is because land companies know that they have a ready market in Gikuyu men. A Kikuyu man without a parcel of land somewhere however poor doesn't feel complete.

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4. Entertainment

I need not tell you that a Kikuyu man with money won't shy away from taking his wife or 'gacungwa' (side-kick) for a 'mugithi' night.

He will encourage the woman to spend as much as she can on his bill while reminding her 'tiriria ciaga' (it is not like the time I used to have nothing).

That is the typical Kikuyu man for you. The rest you may have heard about them is simply stereotypical 'mucene' (gossip). Period!

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