Rev. Lucy Natasha has opened up about how she handled differing dowry customs in her marriage to an Indian man, revealing that cultural differences posed one of their biggest challenges. Speaking in a YouTube interview on Friday, January 30, 2026, Natasha said that while both she and her husband had …
Read More »Kenya’s Hidden Tourism Gem, Why You Need to Visit Nandi Now
The second Taptengelei Festival kicked off on Friday, December 16, in Tinderet, Nandi County, attracting thousands eager to experience the rich traditions of the Kalenjin community. Spanning three days, the festival showcased traditional food, music, dance, indigenous medicine, and farming practices. It is part of the Magical Kenya Mountain and …
Read More »President Ruto to Attend 9th Edition of Turkana’s Tobong’u Lore Festival
President William Ruto is set to attend the 9th annual Tobong’u Lore festival in Turkana, a cultural celebration whose name means “welcoming back home” in the Turkana language. The festival has grown into one of Kenya’s major cultural events, attracting communities from across the country and East Africa to celebrate …
Read More »Kikuyu Elders Plant Mugumo Tree to Reclaim Spiritual Site at Karimenu II
At the base of the Karimenu II Dam in Gatundu North, Kikuyu elders held a rare and meaningful ceremony to plant a new Mugumo (fig) tree, aiming to restore a sacred cultural site that was lost during the dam’s construction. The event, organized by the Kiama Kia Ma Council …
Read More »Kikuyu Elders Defend Muratina Rituals
The Kikuyu Council of Elders has dismissed accusations by some church leaders that their cultural traditions encourage alcohol use among the youth. According to the elders, traditional brews such as Muratina are purely symbolic and reserved for rituals, not casual drinking. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during …
Read More »Katombi: Leave Kamba Festivals to Kambas Alone
Renowned Kamba benga artist, Alex Kasau Kulukulu, has sparked a conversation about cultural preservation and the authenticity of Kamba festivals. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a recent post on social media, Kulukulu emphasized that Kamba festivals should remain true to the Kamba identity and be a celebration …
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