Which factors contributed to the migration of the Agikuyu into Kenya

      

State the factors which contributed to the migration of the Agikuyu into Kenya.

  

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John
1. Population pressure

2. Were able to expand due to the weak neighbours e.g. Athi and Gumba

3. Curiosity for adventure/spirit of adventure

4. Internal quarrels/feuds

5. Need for land for agricultural activities and cattle rearing

6. External attacks e.g. the Galla and Wazimba attack at shungwaya

7. Due to calamities e.g drought and famine

8. Knowledge of iron working enabled them to clear bushes easily for settlement and agriculture
johnmulu answered the question on January 30, 2017 at 07:37


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