He later was instrumental in baptizing two men in a distant village. These two men, who seem to be genuine seekers, later learned that this man was still in league with the first liar and thief, and that he, himself, had never been baptized. Yes, Kenyan culture is appalling. The most mundane transaction needs kitu kidogo . Living in such a society is extremely difficult.
Corruption is a way of life.
If you are not willing to pay kitu kidogo , your are going to find out that your row is going to be very hard to hoe. Just about every time I asked for a receipt in Kenya, I was asked how much money I wanted it made out for. In other words, anything, including one's integrity, is for sale in Kenya. What we are trying to do is enlighten you as to the problems we have encountered among the Kenyans and what we are trying to do about it. If we remain ignorant of Kenyan culture, I am convinced we will do them and the gospel a great dis-service.