Ruto to grace Maasai cultural festival in Narok

It brings together Maa-speaking tribes from Narok, Kajiado, Samburu, Laikipia, Nakuru and Njembs of Baringo

In Summary

• Also expected to attend is Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.

• A cattle auction is also set to be held.

Governors Joseph ole Lenku (left), Patrick Ntutu and EALA MP David Sankok during the ongoing Maa cultural week in Maasai mara game reserve.
Governors Joseph ole Lenku (left), Patrick Ntutu and EALA MP David Sankok during the ongoing Maa cultural week in Maasai mara game reserve.
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The inaugural Maasai cultural week enters its second day today with President William Ruto expected to officially open it.

The event which coincides with the annual wildebeest migration is being held at Sekenani, Maasai Mara in Narok.

Also expected to attend is Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.

It brings together Maa-speaking tribes from Narok, Kajiado, Samburu, Laikipia, Nakuru and Njembs of Baringo.

Governor Patrick Ntutu who is hosting the event said the festival is part of an initiative to boost tourism activities as well as raise the revenues.

"The event will also provide an opportunity for conservationists around the world to meet and discuss conservation matters alongside bringing a cultural component to tourists," said Ntutu.

The governors said they arrived at the decision to host the event to showcase their culture and help bring their people together.

On Monday, songs and dances were displayed by various groups.

Today will be the Maasai fashion day where the community's dress code, traditional and sacred ornaments, bracelets, necklaces and head gears will be showcased.

Sports activities which include jumping, throwing sticks, spear throwing and wrestling have been planned for Wednesday.

On Thursday, it will be 'Maa and his Cattle' day where the Maasais will display various cattle colour brands (moieties). 

A cattle auction is also set to be held.

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