Mataara
Mataara is a settlement in Kenya's Central Province. Mataara is the home to Mataara Tea Factory that produces some of the best tea in the world. It lies on the edges of the Aberdare ranges, and borders the Kieni forest. It has a very rich history, and contributed immensely during the struggle for Independence by hosting Mau mau fighters. One of the fiercest battle between the Mau mau and the colonial masters was fought here in the 1950s. Blood flowed freely in the market place, and soon after this battle, a state of emergency was declared and the villagers were moved into concentration camps. Mataara, just like many villages in the Central province, is grappling with modern problem of excessive indulgence illicit liquor and drug abuse that has seen many young men waste away to this vice. Quality leadership both at administrative and legislative level is lacking, resulting to under development of this region.
Mataara | |
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  Mataara Location of Mataara | |
| Coordinates: 0.87°S 36.8°E | |
| Country | Kenya |
| Province | Central Province |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |