Walwana

• A marginalized tribal group in Tana riverKnown for their fishing activities in the river
• They are also known as Malakote and considered to be part of the Pokomo group.
• Kenya’s national anthem is derived from a lullaby in this tribal group. The Walwanaculture is rich in folk tales, songs, dances
• There is astrong influence of Pokomo culture in today;s Swahili culture as the Pokomo’s intermarried with the coastal Arabs. One of the languages among the Walwana is a precursor to the Kiswahili Language

Galjeel

Live in scattered groups as hunters and gatherers

Konso

• Konso Cultural Landscape has been recognized by UNESCO as a heritage centre
• Konso sites feature wooden statues - grouped to represent respected members of their communities and particularly heroic events
• The Konso follow their indigenous traditional beliefs that is shared with the Oromo

Somali

• The Somali people are mostly Muslim and adhere to most of Islam rituals and way of life. Somali culture is also very Arab- influenced
• Most of the somali community in Kenya are known for their pastoral way of life and in modern days they have ventured more into businesses
• The Somali were traditionally known for their male craft specialists, who made attractive artefacts and objects useful for their daily lives.
•  Somali men typically wear the macawis (ma'awiis), which is a sarong-like garment worn around the waist and a large cloth wrapped around the upper part of their body. On their heads, they often wrap a colorful turban. Somali women typically wear baatiwhich isa long dress-like wear that is made out of polyester. They often wear headwrap or Hijabs in compliance with their Islamic beliefs.
• Additionally, henna is an important part of Somali adornment. It is worn by Somali women on their hands, arms, feet and neck during weddings, Eid, Ramadan, and other festive occasions.
• Somali weddings are filled with Pomp and colour with the bride being adorned in gold
• Somali cuisine is popular in Kenya, particularly the Anjeera and Halwa