The Story Behind ‘Flossin Mauwano’ Graffiti that has Reached Nakuru
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Recently, people in Nakuru have noticed the words “Flossin Mauwano” painted in bold on walls and barriers.
This graffiti can be seen along the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway, in Free Area, and even near Statehouse Nakuru.
The white letters on yellow, red, and maroon stripes stand out clearly.
Many are curious about who painted them and why. Some wonder if it is related to gangs, while others just want to know the story behind it.
Where It All Started
The phrase “Flossin Mauwano” first appeared in Nairobi.
It was created by Stephen Mule, an artist with a powerful story.
Mule, now in thirties, started painting this message after experiencing a terrible event as a child.
In 1997, when Mule was young, his parents were killed in a road accident on Lang’ata Road while trying to escape violence during election clashes.
Mule’s father was a soldier in the Kenya Defence Forces. Losing his parents in such a tragic way changed his life forever.
Growing Up with Struggles
After the accident, Mule lived with his stepmother and faced many challenges. Sometimes, life was so hard that he would leave home and spend time at funeral gatherings in Kibera.
There, he would do his homework and even made friends with kind women who helped him with food and schoolwork.
These tough times made Mule strong and pushed him to find a way to speak out about road safety.
Why the Graffiti?
Mule wanted to do something to prevent accidents like the one that took his parents’ lives.
He realized that while road signs were there, people often ignored them.
So, he decided to use his art to create messages that would make people stop and think.
He painted the words “Flossin Mauwano” at dangerous spots to remind people to be careful.
A Promise to Himself
To show how serious he was, Mule even tattooed “Flossin Mauwano” on his forehead. For him, it was a promise to keep using his art to spread awareness.
Mule said that while many people don’t know what the phrase means, it has a special meaning for him and the young people who help him.
Spreading to Nakuru
Now, the “Flossin Mauwano” graffiti has reached Nakuru. Some people wonder if the original artist, Mule, brought it here, or if others are copying his work to spread the message.
While some residents are suspicious, thinking it might be gang-related, those who know Mule’s story understand that it’s about road safety and making a difference.
With a knack for captivating storytelling, Amos Lumbasi has a talent for crafting narratives that resonate with readers. He combines meticulous research with a captivating writing style to create articles that are both informative and enjoyable to read.
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