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A group of Daasanach women make their beadwork at the Homo erectus footprint site, located in Ileret area in Marsabit County. [Nanjinia Wamuswa, Standard]
In the deep end of Marsabit County, a group of Daasanach women sing a chawa song as they work on their beadwork, creating items such as bangles, beaded belts, key holders, necklaces, mats, bracelets, earrings, rings, anklets, beaded sandals, wall hangings, sculptures, portraits and animal figures.
Chawa is a local lively dance song that praises a slim girl relaxing under the shade. It is popularly sung in the evenings or when people are working.
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