44 Tribes of Kenya

Somali

The Somali people are mostly Muslim and adhere to most of Islam rituals and way of life. Somali culture is also very Arab- influenced...

Kikuyu

Popular cuisine among the Kikuyu includes a maize and beans mixture known as Irio, as well as a mixture of greens, potatoes and pe...

Gosha

The majority of Gosha are descendants of freed or escaped slaves from the Shabeelle Valley Majority of Goshas consider themselve...

Teso

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

Somali

The Somali people are mostly Muslim and adhere to most of Islam rituals and way of life. Somali culture is also very Arab- influenced
Most of the somali community in Kenya are known for their pastoral way of life and in modern days they have ventured more into businesses
The Somali were traditionally known for their male craft specialists, who made attractive artefacts and objects useful for their daily lives.
Somali men typically wear the macawis (ma'awiis), which is a sarong-like garment worn around the waist and a large cloth wrapped around the upper part of their body. On their heads, they often wrap a colorful turban. Somali women typically wear baatiwhich isa long dress-like wear that is made out of polyester. They often wear headwrap or Hijabs in compliance with their Islamic beliefs.
Additionally, henna is an important part of Somali adornment. It is worn by Somali women on their hands, arms, feet and neck during weddings, Eid, Ramadan, and other festive occasions.
Somali weddings are filled with Pomp and colour with the bride being adorned in gold
Somali cuisine is popular in Kenya, particularly the Anjeera and Halwa

Popular cuisine among the Kikuyu includes a maize and beans mixture known as Irio, as well as a mixture of greens, potatoes and peas known as mokimu
They Enjoy music in their local dialect (Gikuyu) that has some country influence. This genre of music is known as Mugithi.The lyrics always revolve around politics and the society. Sample songs https://bit.ly/3kvao0V
Kikuyu people adorn themselves during wedding ceremonies in very unique ways. The Kikuyu dress code for women is a simple leather wrap- around skirt known as a 'Muthuru’. The ladies then pair the skirt with a cloak made from goatskin referred to as 'Nyathiba. This clothing has been modified over time to have a modern appeal

The majority of Gosha are descendants of freed or escaped slaves from the Shabeelle Valley
Majority of Goshas consider themselves as part of Somali clans
Many Gosha participate in possession dances like "lumbe,"
They are commonly involved in basket weaving and making of vibrant fabrics with bright colours

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