You are here. We all know them. Our relatives. Can't do with them, can't do without them. After all, we are peculiar Kenyans.

1. The wealthy relatives. Everybody loves the wealthy relative. In fact, family activities simply cannot begin without this person because everyone present has probably taken a loan at one point. This relative is known for their golden handshake and people usually address them with their hands at the back of their bum. “Welcome mheshimiwa”
2. The alcoholic. The only reason why the alcohol has been hidden is because if the alcoholic relative who will down a whole bottle of whiskey. If you don’t know who the alcoholic relative is, then it’s probably you
3. The broke relative. You tend to avoid this relative because they are always asking you “Si unisaidie na thao, nitakurudishia”
4. The relative who is back from abroad. This relative is annoying. some call them summer bunnies. They ask questions like, “Is it safe to walk at night with an iPhone X? You know, back in America the democracy…..”. Yes, this relative will constantly remind you of how life out there is amazing… even though they were born in gishagi.
5. The newlyweds. They still can’t get enough of each other and will say things like “Where were you? We didn’t see you at the wedding”
6. The elderly relatives. This relative will feel entitled to your success just because “We carried you when you were 1 year old, you don’t remember me?”. Who remembers stuff from they were 1 years old. They always proceed to ask for favors.
7. The cool cousins you grew up with. Who doesn’t love these?
8. The relative looking for a job. If you are in management or at the top of your career, expect this relative to get you numerous copies of their CV. Your phone will constantly be ringing. Good luck avoiding them
9. Your little cousins and nieces. These are a constant source of joy. So young, so innocent… until they grow up and start demanding for your smartphone to play games
10. The vocal relative. This one just loves controversy and claims “I just say the truth”. Wherever they are, there is drama. You have been warned