Nairobi Hawkers Discuss Perceived Origins of Second-Hand Clothes

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Nyakundi Report

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A video has surfaced showing Nairobi hawkers discussing the origin of mitumba clothes, with some believing they come from rich people and Hollywood celebrities.

One hawker claims that if he were to find Beyonce's belongings, he would sell them to Kenyan celebrities such as Size 8 and Nonini.

The conversation, recorded and shared by Iko Nini, offers a glimpse into the perceptions of some hawkers in Nairobi about the source of second-hand clothing.

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