Chinese martial arts take root among Kenyan youths

Kenyn Boro, a 16-year-old girl, has earned the nickname "the Master" for her command of wushu, or Chinese martial arts, at her secondary school in Kiambu - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Chinese martial arts, specifically wushu, are rapidly gaining popularity among Kenyan youths, fostering discipline and cultural exchange, exemplified by the dedication of young practitioners like Kenyn Boro.

Over 4,000 students in 24 public primary schools in Kiambu County now practice wushu.
The Kenya Kungfu Wushu Federation, led by president Ngaruiya Njonge, is actively promoting the art.
Students like Elvis Munyasya have had opportunities for cultural exchange trips to China, including visits to the Shaolin Temple.