Where the dead are preserved traditionally

Mr Simon Komen prepares of morque used to preserve dead bodies at Keiu Viallage in Marakwet East.05.1.2015. Pictures By Peter Ochieng

In many parts of Kenya, once a person dies their remains are immediately taken to a mortuary awaiting burial.

This is not the case for residents of Chegilet village who are forced to use traditional methods to preserve their dead.