Back to the roots: Rich ideas displayed in county’s cultural fete

Laikipia governor Ndiritu Muriithi (center), his deputy John Mwaniki and first lady Maria Mbeneka during the indigenous cultural festival in Rumuruti town.In the two-day event themed harnessing technology through culture, over 20 communities living in Laikipia exhibited their culture. The county intends to tap indigenous wisdom and culture for technology advancement. [Jacinta Mutura, Standard]

Rumuruti in Laikipia West was the centre of attraction yesterday as more than 20 communities converged in the town for the inaugural Laikipia Cultural Festival.

The two-day cultural showpiece brought together communities such as Turkana, Maasai, Samburu, Kikuyu, Pokot, Kalenjin and Meru, which showcased their indigenous technologies in weaponry, manufacturing, food preservation and other traditional expertise.