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About Peris Tobiko
Peris Tobiko (born 1969) is a Kenyan politician. She was the first elected female Maasai member of parliament in 2013 in a National historic win even after elders had sworn to "curse" her and her supporters for defying the patriarchal norms of the Maasai community by daring to seek a seat in elected office - something they believed to be reserved only for men. She was re-elected for a second term as MP for Kajiado East Constituency in August 2017 .
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βI knew I had to go to school, I had to work hard, to make a difference in her life.β
βSome people wanted us there, but we are here. Some never wanted us to be appointed, but we got the appointment .β
βI thank God because this election has proved and shown the importance of true democracy,β said the jubilant Ms Tobiko.β
βI promise to work with all my constituents for the development of Kajiado East. I hold no grudge against anyone and I promise to work with all without fear or favour.β
βI felt she needed either a boy or somebody who will act in that capacity, who dresses traditionally in Maasai embroidered regalia with closely-shaven hair at her rallies.β
βIt definitely needs a lady who has prepared herself to grow a thick skin, I describe how my friend, Flora Terah, was abducted and tortured in 2007 when she stood for parliament. But it has not deterred her.β
βIt was not easy but I think it helped to shape a lot of my thinking, trying to make a difference in the life of children in that community,β she said, laughing that she almost became the fourth wife of a polygamous old man who is now her constituent.β
About Peris Tobiko
Peris Tobiko (born 1969) is a Kenyan politician. She was the first elected female Maasai member of parliament in 2013 in a National historic win even after elders had sworn to "curse" her and her supporters for defying the patriarchal norms of the Maasai community by daring to seek a seat in elected office - something they believed to be reserved only for men. She was re-elected for a second term as MP for Kajiado East Constituency in August 2017 .