For the Kalenjin people, marriage is not just a union of two people, it is a binding of two families. And that is where the ‘Koito’ (dowry payment) process comes in. Kalenjin ‘Koito’ involves a cascade of events from a series of negotiations, gift exchanges, and feasting that culminates in a grand celebration of love … Read more
When talking about the richness of Kalenjin culture, their traditional food comes somewhere on top of the list. Kalenjin people are renowned for their delicious and healthy traditional foods. Here are the top 10 Kalenjin traditional foods that you must try. 1. Mursik Mursik is a popular Kalenjin name for fermented milk. It is made by … Read more
Meru ladies do not need an introduction. CJ Martha Koome, Governor Kawira Mwangaza, Ombudsman Florence Kajuju, social media influencer Joy Kendi, DJ Pierra Makena, and Swahili News Anchor Zubeida Kananu are a few reminders that Meru ladies can “gerrit.” There is a general perception that Meru ladies are quick-tempered, which is valid to some extent, … Read more
Meru is an excellent tribe for men to marry and ladies to get married into. The Meru people intermarry, marry from other tribes, and also get married in other tribes. Love plays a significant role in Meru relationships, most culminating in marriages. Communicating your feelings to your lover is crucial in creating strong bonds. Those … Read more
Greetings are an essential aspect of every language. The foundation of learning a new language starts at the greetings level before delving deeper into other phrases. Kimeru is the ethnic language of the Meru tribe, which has 2 million people. Kimeru is an exciting and easy language to comprehend for beginners. This guide will teach … Read more
Apart from the country’s two official languages (English and Kiswahili), Kikuyu is Kenya’s most popular language. The main reason is that the Agikuyu tribe is the most populous community in Kenya. As a result, some of the tribe’s offensive and abusive words are commonly used in almost every part of the country regardless of whether … Read more
The richness and vibrance of Kalenjin culture extend to their way of expressing love. In this guide, I will walk you through the unique and endearing ways in which love is expressed in Kalenjin. So, whether you got a Kalenjin sweetheart, friend or colleague, this guide will teach romantic Kalenjin love words and phrases to … Read more
According to historians, the Kikuyu community consists of 9 clans collectively forming the ‘House of Mumbi.‘ However, the ethnic tribe still shared (and continues to do so) fundamental traditions and practices that united the community. For instance, the highly organized concept of age sets, known as ‘Mariika,’ is among those traditions that continue to link … Read more
Like most communities in Kenya, greeting someone in Kalenjin culture is a way of showing respect and acknowledging their presence. Proper use of titles and forms of address is considered an important part of social etiquette. If you’ve come across a Kalenjin and found yourself wanting to throw some Kalenjin greetings, here are some useful … Read more
The Kamba tribe has a fascinating culture—their dances are enough proof. If you have attended a Kamba event, such as a wedding, you already know how spectacular their performances can be. Like most Kenyan tribes, the Kamba people have songs for different occasions ranging from traditional weddings, circumcision, religion, work, etc. Some dances require the … Read more