What was the reason for Kenyatta's call for independence

kenyatta was my ex's name but ummm:

Explanation:

In 1947, he was elected President of the Kenya African Union, through which he lobbied for independence from British colonial rule, attracting widespread indigenous support but animosity from white settlers. ... On his release, Kenyatta became President of KANU and led the party to victory in the 1963 general election.

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