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The Mijikenda Community of Coastal Kenya: Nine Sub-Tribes, Sacred Kayas and Heritage
The Mijikenda are nine closely related sub-communities of coastal Kenya whose identity is anchored in the sacred Kaya forests inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, with a distinctive language family, an agricultural and trading economy and a still-living oral tradition.
May 25, 2026
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Cultural Heritage Preservation in Kenya: From Lamu Old Town to the National Museums and Intangible Heritage
Kenya's cultural heritage encompasses seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, over 40 ethnic communities with distinct traditions, globally significant paleontological collections, and a rich tapestry of i...
Feb 20, 2026
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