THE LURE OF COFFEE 



of this land. Such land is quite distinct from the native 

 reserves. 



There is no reason why the interests of the white 

 settler should conflict in any way with those of the 

 indigenous population; indeed the prosperity of the one 

 largely depends upon the other. Every farm which is 

 developed whether in the white or native areas is for 

 the good of the whole community. The newcomers who 

 have made the Highlands their home are determined to 

 develop this new country along the lines of the best 

 colonization. 



Generally speaking there is little difficulty in obtain- 

 ing sufficient native labour. I would always advocate 

 that careful study be made of the local dialects, although 

 Ki-swahili is the lingua franca of the country and 

 will generally suffice to see one through. When shortage 

 of labour is experienced it is generally due to misun- 

 derstanding and ignorance of local dialects. All have 

 not the same gift for dealing with natives. To under- 

 stand the natives we must first learn their language. 

 Those who fail to do so are undoubtedly greatly handi- 

 capped in the labour market. 



This country always seems to exercise a tremendous 

 attraction for those who have taken part in its life. 

 If occasion arises to return to the homeland, one leaves 

 with regret, and is always glad to return to this land of 

 sunshine. Kenya welcomes those who go out prepared 

 to co-operate with the early settlers who, as the result 



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