kenya cultural heritage Stories

Tana River unveils its first museum showcasing county's rich cultural heritage
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 08, 2024

The museum, housed in a 120-year-old facility, features a variety of artefacts, including century-old canoes, fishing traps, and pottery that highligh...

Nairobi to host Somali exhibition as country marks Independence Day 
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 10, 2024

The exhibition showacases Somali art and culture from June 25 to July 26, 2024 in partnership with the National Museums of Kenya.

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...

Shakahola child torture: Paul Mackenzie, 38 others to be served with witness statements
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 23, 2024

Principal Magistrate Nelly Chepchirchir further directed the prosecution to serve the accused with all exhibits it will rely on in its case.

New Bill seeks to recognise, protect cultural heritage
Issa Hussein  |  Apr 22, 2024

The Bill gives guidance on the management of culture in Kenya and breaks down the functions of the national and county governments.

State declares Paul Mackenzie's church an organised criminal group
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 31, 2024

The self-proclaimed pastor allegedly incited his followers to starve to death to "meet Jesus", in a case that provoked horror across the world, with t...

Shakahola massacre: Paul Mackenzie charged with child torture, cruelty
Agency  |  Jan 25, 2024

The self-proclaimed pastor, who has already been charged with terrorism and manslaughter, is alleged to have incited his acolytes to starve to death t...

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