Samburu legend has it, that elephants were once humans. But, all of this changed on one fateful day when a newly wed bride was leaving her childhood home with her new husband. Her father gave her strict instructions that when she left the manyatta, she was not to look back (something that’s still part of Samburu culture today). The girl couldn’t resist turning around and taking one last wistful glance at her childhood home. Angered by her defiance, the god, N’gai punished her. That night, she br

In Samburu culture, young boys and women are expected to sing through the night during a lunar eclipse, staying awake until the moon “comes back to life.” The practice symbolizes the community’s deep connection to the moon, which plays a central role in their traditions and celebrations. In a recent video from Baragoi, Samburu North, schoolboys are seen honoring this custom—singing outside with buckets in hand as part of the ritual to welcome back the moon. | Samburu Newsflash

1.6K views · 74 reactions | The Samburu People, of northern Kenya, stand as a testament to the enduring beauty of ancient traditions. Learn first-hand about their time-honored rituals, passed down through generations, and discover how they weave the threads of their history into the very fabric of the land they call home.  Samburu National Reserve, Kenya   @klein_nettoh | African Travel, Inc | Facebook

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