cultural festival Stories

Garissa hosts its first cultural festival, celebrating diversity and unity
Issa Hussein  |  May 17, 2025

The event, themed “Celebrating Timeless Traditions Woven in Unity”, highlighted the artistic, historical, and social aspects of various cultures, fost...

SokoLamu: County launches first online marketplace to boost local trade
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 04, 2025

Vendors were introduced to key features such as system login, dashboard navigation and vendor workflow management.

Lamu intensifies efforts to market region as key tourist destination
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 20, 2025

Key tourist destinations in Lamu County include Shella, Ras Kitau, Matondoni, Kipungani, Kiwayu, Manda Island, Takwa, Siyu, Pate and surrounding areas...

Ruto: Raila Odinga is not AUC candidate for Kenya but for East Africa
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 02, 2025

Ruto said the decision to back Odinga was the result of elaborate consultations with leaders from across the East African Community.

Cultural treasure: Uncovering secrets of Lamu's 400-year-old tombs
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 24, 2024

Lamu Old Town is the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlement in East Africa, retaining its traditional functions dating back over 700 years.

Firi Festival gala dinner sets stage for weekend cultural celebration in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 14, 2024

The dinner set the stage for a weekend of cultural exchange, business showcases, and community celebration.

Mombasa to host 6th edition of Firi Cultural Festival over the weekend
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 13, 2024

The festival’s unique focus on Somali-populated areas also aims to shift perceptions and celebrate positive stories from these regions.

Over 30,000 guests expected to attend this year’s Lamu Cultural Festival starting November
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 28, 2024

Lamu Governor Issa Timamy anticipates this year’s fete will be mega with tourists and visitors from around the globe expected to attend.

Turkana County holds 8th edition of the Tobong’u Lore cultural festival
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 24, 2024

President William Ruto is expected to officially open the festival on Friday.

State announces plans to set up museum in Isiolo during Somali Cultural Festival
Waweru Wairimu  |  May 05, 2024

Participants were treated to a taste of Somali culture ranging from traditional delicacies to songs and dances, dressing code and mock traditional wed...

Somali Idd Festival set to celebrate Kenya's cultural diversity
Hanifa Adan  |  Apr 13, 2024

The event is geared to celebrate and promote Somali culture in Kenya.

Gargar cultural team triumphs in Kenya Music and Cultural Festival
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 09, 2023

The Gargar cultural team from Garissa County received an award for securing the first position in the 96th edition of the Kenya Music and Cultural Fes...

Senate Speaker Kingi renews calls for implementation of TJRC report
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 24, 2023

Kingi said the full implementation of the report will foster reconciliation and address the past historical injustices meted against the people of Nor...

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