Akinyi is a factory working at Theng’eta Breweries and a member of the workers’ movement Karega has helped organize. When the police arrest Karega after the murders of Kimeria, Mzigo, and Chui, Akinyi alerts the other workers; subsequently, she visits Karega at the jail with a message from the workers: they will continue striking and fighting for justice. She also hints that Ilmorog’s corrupt MP Nderi wa Riera has been assassinated. Her message gives Karega new hope and resolve to struggle against oppression; as such, Akinyi represents the resilience of Kenyan workers and workers in general.