Question

Explain the impact of Wanga collaboration

Answer 1

1. Mumia was made paramount chief
2. Mumia’s warriors were employed as mercenaries
3. An administrative base was built at Mumias and became centre of administration
4. Mumia enjoyed trade with British
5. His cooperation created enmity between his people and other Abaluhya sub-sections
6. Wanga was able to expand his kingdom
7. Loss of independence
8. His headquarters Elureko became the major administrative HQ of Western Kenya
9. Mumia and his people acquired material benefits through trade, western education and religion
10. He was consulted over the appointment of chiefs and headmen in Western Kenya