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Gachagua: I have grown thick skin to survive politics

By Kennedy Gachuhi | 1yr ago

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua makes his address during the Golden Jubilee celebrations of ACK Thika Memorial Church School in Gatanga Sub-County, Murang'a County, on August 2, 2024. [DPCS]

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