i) Use of guerilla warfare. This was favoured by the forests, caves and hills whilst the British were unfamiliar with the Nandi terrain.
ii) Presence of strong military. These comprised of young men who were efficiently trained to fight within the Age-set regiments
iii) Availability of arms and weapons. They were manufactured/ repaired locally by the iron-smiths using stolen materials from the rail and telegraph wires
iv) Availability of regular food and war equipment
v) The British army was affected by the wet and cold climate causing respiratory problems while the Nandi grew stronger since they were accustomed to it
vi) The Nandi were able to live on when the British destroyed their crops and grains by depending on livestock products
vii) The Nandi received military and non-military material support from their cousins, the kipsigs, which enabled them stage a strong resistance for 6 weeks
viii) The Nandi were inspired by the Orkoiyot who was a symbol of unity and had supernatural powers.
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