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Japanese businessman Koki impresses Kenyans with fluent Kiswahili and dance moves
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Japanese businessman Koki has garnered significant attention in Kenya for his fluent Kiswahili and impressive dance skills, particularly after outshining Embakasi East MP Babu Owino during a public event. Koki, who operates a business in Kenya employing 70 people, was invited to the stage during a bursary distribution exercise in Lower Savannah Ward. During the event, Koki greeted the crowd in Kiswahili, using Babu Owino's slogan "bila Babu ni tabu" and expressing his affection for both Babu and the Kenyan people. The following day, Koki and Babu Owino danced together to the 'Up Burukanga' song, with Koki demonstrating a variety of trendy dance styles that surpassed the MP's efforts. Babu Owino humorously acknowledged Koki's superior dancing, stating, "This Koki has come here to Soweto to teach me local dances." Kenyans reacted with a mix of pride and humor, with many comments highlighting Koki's ability to integrate and his engaging presence.
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