This archive report was first published on 29 August 2019.
On November 5th, the people of Kennesaw, Georgia, will head to the polls to elect their next city council members. Among the candidates is Karen Gitau, a Kenyan-born woman who has been making waves in the community with her dedication to public service.
According to KNS Media, Gitau was recently nominated for the 6th annual Cobb County Community Service award, a testament to her tireless efforts to make a positive impact in her adopted home.
Gitau's campaign is being supported by the Kenyan community in Atlanta, who are rallying behind her bid for the city council seat. Dr. DK Gitau, President of Kenyan Parents in the USA, has been a vocal supporter, saying, 'The only way we can show our love and support to this ambitious young lady is by coming out like safari ants and cast a vote for her as she truly deserves to continue serving the community in another capacity.'
Christine Muchene, a Kenyan Community organizer in Georgia, has also been urging Kenyans to register and turn out in large numbers to vote for Gitau. In a social media post, she wrote, 'What???????? thuraku kumira kumira, minji minji, tiarara or tibim whichever fits you.???? I am liking this. I request all Kenyan churches to call heaven for these two today.'
Rev Dr. GG Gitahi of the Kenyan American Community Church (KACC) has also thrown his weight behind Gitau's campaign, saying, 'We can do great things in this community if we stick together and support those of us who seek elective positions. It is good for us as a community of immigrants. Even if you are not a voter, pass the word around.'
