44 Tribes of Kenya

Gabra

The Gabra culture is derived from the harsh environment they live in as well as the sense of togetherness they cultivate. Their most popula...

Kisii

They are known for soapstone carvings, basketry and pottery. The stone is mined and carved in Tabaka, South Mugirango, where several famili...

Teso

They used to adhere to their traditional burial rites some of which include exhuming a long dead body in order to release spirits

Samburu

Dancing is a significant part of Samburu culture. Their dancing is similar to that of the Maasai people with men dancing in a circle and ju...

Gabra

The Gabra culture is derived from the harsh environment they live in as well as the sense of togetherness they cultivate. Their most popular saying being "a poor man shames us all." Since mutual support is imperative for their survival, A person who refuses to help others is labeled "al baku," a stigma that stays affixed to the family for generations.
They make pilgrimages to sacred sites, most of which are located in the mountainous such as Hesi-Nabo and Agal. Today, both of these holy sites are located within Gabra's traditional territories. The religious activities include animal sacrifices and ritual prayers
The appearance of the Gabra I similar to the neighbouringcushitic communities such as the Rendille

They are known for soapstone carvings, basketry and pottery. The stone is mined and carved in Tabaka, South Mugirango, where several families specialize in this art. The craft attracts tourists and generates income for the community.
The kisii are known for their farming of bananas which are traced to their areas
The favorite instrument among the Kisii is the obokhano (lyre) in their traditional music

They used to adhere to their traditional burial rites some of which include exhuming a long dead body in order to release spirits
They welcome guests with their local beverage known as Ajon which is made from millet
Their interactions with other communities has impacted the Itesoculture as some cultural practices have been assimilated to their practices
Traditional song and dance is a part of the Teso culture to mark special events and occasions. Sample video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oY2jbRcT-1I

Dancing is a significant part of Samburu culture. Their dancing is similar to that of the Maasai people with men dancing in a circle and jumping high from a standing position. the Samburu do not useany instruments to accompany their dancing and singing.
The Samburu people traditionally in a vibrant red cloth wrapped like a skirt and a white sash. This is accompanied with many colorful beaded earrings, bracelets, anklets and necklaces. Each piece of jewellery worn represents the status of the person wearing them and occasion
Samburu traditional settlements known as ‘Manyattas’are built by women
Much like the Maasai who they are closely related to the Samburu people co-exist with life and today, help run ecofriendlytourist lodges around where they settle

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