Ian Kinuthia. He took the photo of 'GitheriMan' that went viral on social media. [Photo|Radio Maisha]The person who took a photo of Martin Kamotho alias 'GitheriMan', has been identified.The photo went viral after he appeared with 'githeri' in a paper bag queuing to vote, during the August 8 elections.The husband and father of one is seen as a hero, for he united the country, during time of tension, through social media, as Kenyans awaited results of the presidential election.Ian Kinuthia, is the person who took the photo, using his phone, as GitheriMan was taking his food, which is a rare thing for many people.
Kinuthia who completed form four last year, was at Radio Maisha, Monday morning, for an interview, over how he came about GitheriMan, and what prompted him to take the photo.Below are his photos at the station, courtesy of Radio Maisha.