Tradition and Modernity blends as the Turkana cultural festival starts

Vincent Lomong’iro, 70, and James Abei (right), both traditional dancers from (Loima), prepare themselves for entertainment at Ekalees Centre where Todong’u Lore Cultural Festival held in Lodwar Turkana County. [Peter Ochieng/Standard]

It was a blend of tradition and modernity as the county yesterday began its annual cultural festival referred to as Tobong’u Lore (welcome back home).

Dignitaries mingled with locals as the latter prepared to showcase their rich cultural heritage.