lamu cultural heritage Stories

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.

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...

Lamu Old Town residents decry rise in insecurity due to lack of streetlights
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 04, 2024

The move has posed a risk to locals walking at night and even business people operating late at night.

Lamu’s Bajuni artisans take pride in preserving age-old handicraft tradition
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 27, 2024

 The village is also renowned for fishing, with a rich history in dhow building and repairs across the archipelago.

Lamu’s Kahawa Chungu brewer marks 25 years of tradition and rich flavour
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 26, 2024

Farid Mohamed’s black coffee is more than just a beverage, it is a symbol of Lamu's rich heritage.

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.

Isiolo women go the extra mile to preserve rich Borana culture
Waweru Wairimu  |  May 21, 2024

Gadhis Adha group intends to document its culture including traditional attire, recipes, folk songs, riddles, dances, games, and language.

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.

Lamu tourism: Residents approve seafront beautification project
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 20, 2024

Their reasons include the potential to attract more local and international tourists, thereby creating opportunities for their businesses to thrive.

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