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culture
The Kenyan people have 13 ethnic groups and then 27 smaller groups. Kenyan's have tribes called Bantu tribes and in that tribe you have people such as the Kikuyu, Luhya and Kamba. There are also the Nilotic tribes such as the Luo, Kalenjin, Maasai and Turkana. Christian is the main religion that Kenyans use but Muslim and Hindu are smaller minorities. The Kenyan Constitution grants freedom of religion.
Ethnic groups: Kikuyu 22%, Luhya 14%, Luo 13%, Kalenjin 12%, Kamba 11%, Kisii 6%, Meru 6%, other African 15%, non-African (Asian, European, and Arab) 1%
Religions: Christian 82.5%, Protestant 47.4%, Catholic 23.3%, Muslim 11.1%, Traditionalists 1.6%, other 1.7%, none 2.4%, unspecified 0.7% (2009 census)
Religions: Christian 82.5%, Protestant 47.4%, Catholic 23.3%, Muslim 11.1%, Traditionalists 1.6%, other 1.7%, none 2.4%, unspecified 0.7% (2009 census)
Culture slideshow
Sources
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http://www.showbizafrica.net/news/kenya-opinion-let-us-appreciate-our-cultural-diversity/
http://www.kenya-information-guide.com/kenya-culture.html
http://www.africaguide.com/country/kenya/culture.htm
https://www.intrepidtravel.com/kenya/culture-geography-history
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/updates/africa/jan-june10/oneacre_06-22.html
http://kenyaphotos.wordpress.com/tag/children/
http://rtcentre.org/2-43-kenya.html
http://www.changeyourt.com/how-spending-money-will-make-you-stinking-rich/
http://www.traveljournals.net/pictures/243494.html
http://www.mccrow.org.uk/eastafrica/JanetDavis/EastAfMemories_JanetDavis.htm
http://food-pictures.feedio.net/kenya-food-dessert-cooking-guide/cheap-kenya-vacation-tips.com*images*kenya-food-desserts2.jpg/
http://www.wamathai.com/kenyan-music-identity-crisis/
http://www.barewalls.com/pv-439229_Kenyan-Art.html
http://www.maasai-association.org/primary-school.html
(In order by picture)
http://www.showbizafrica.net/news/kenya-opinion-let-us-appreciate-our-cultural-diversity/
http://www.kenya-information-guide.com/kenya-culture.html
http://www.africaguide.com/country/kenya/culture.htm
https://www.intrepidtravel.com/kenya/culture-geography-history
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http://kenyaphotos.wordpress.com/tag/children/
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http://www.traveljournals.net/pictures/243494.html
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http://www.wamathai.com/kenyan-music-identity-crisis/
http://www.barewalls.com/pv-439229_Kenyan-Art.html
http://www.maasai-association.org/primary-school.html
In 1963 the population of Kenya increased because they gained their Independence this year. When Kenya gained their Independence more people starting living their. 2.57 million people lived in Kenya in 1963. After that Kenya started growing and becoming stronger. They remain at the population 2.57 million in 2013. Retrieved from gapminder.org
In 2000, Kenya's literacy rate was one of the highest in Sub-Saharan Africa. You can tell the people of Kenya were trying to keep their literacy rate high because through the years their rate did not drop. Kenya's literacy rate was average compared to the other regions around the world. I believe their literacy improved due to all the new people and trades in Kenya. The new people and trades enhanced Kenya's knowledge and opened them up to new things around the world. Retrieved from gapminder.org
In 1960 the child mortality in Kenya was enormous. I believe that child mortality in Kenya was huge because they did not have medicines and cleanliness to keep the children healthy. In those times people did not have the tools they needed as we do today. The child mortality rate was one of the highest in all the communities. I was surprised to see as time went on the mortality rate increased in Kenya. This is because diseases started taking more lives and they didn't have proper health services. Retrieved from gapminder.org
Country Statistics retrieved from https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/
more information on Kenyan culture
http://old.magicalkenya.com/default.nsf/_fsafaris1/1?opendocument&s=1&l=1
-This website discusses Kenya's cultural safari. You can enter the world of Kenya through this website. It talks about wilderness, coast, and much more about Kenya.
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/kenya.html
-This website shows the culture and social development of Kenya. It discusses the language, people, clothes and every day activities.
-This website discusses Kenya's cultural safari. You can enter the world of Kenya through this website. It talks about wilderness, coast, and much more about Kenya.
http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/kenya.html
-This website shows the culture and social development of Kenya. It discusses the language, people, clothes and every day activities.
Religion in Kenya
Christianity is the main religion in Kenya and it began when
the Portuguese arrived in the 15th century. Muslim is another main
religious affiliation. When Kenya started trading between countries new churches
were found. They wanted to combine Christian and indigenous beliefs which in
return caused more communication between the countries. There were many
independent Christian churches which lead to the religion Islam. The biggest independent
church was named Nomiya Luo Church and was founded by Johana Owalo (Kurian,
1992). When he had a dream about being
in heaven and seeing Europeans and Asians, he decided to convert to Islam
religion. Owalo started preaching and his mix of beliefs attracted many
followers. There are many smaller beliefs in Kenya and even people with no
religious beliefs.
Kenya is considered a religious community because mostly every Kenyan has a religion. The people believe God is the leader and he can’t be seen but he can be reached. They believe God controls the rain, storms, sun, and animals. When God was angry he wouldn’t let it rain. Praying and rituals are serious deeds in Kenya and you have to complete them. Sacrifices for religion are also necessary. Kenyans have to give up something valuable for God such as food or animals. In return they hope God blesses them with what they need like killing a disease, making it rain or even giving a married couple a child. (Finke, 2003)
Kenya has a few religious places that should be visited by their people. The first one is the Anglican Cathedral located in Mombasa, Kenya. The cathedral is a memorial to Archbishop James Hannington, he was executed in 1885. The churches influence is Middle Eastern Islamic. The Jumaa Moscow is located in Lamu, Kenya. It is the second oldest mosque in Lamu and was used until the late 1800’s for trading slaves. The last sacred place located in Mombasa, Kenya is the New Burhani Bohra Mosque that overlooks the Old Harbor built in 1902. (Fodor's Travel, 2013)
Religion and government seems to be inseparable in Kenya. You can’t have one without the other, they are intertwined. In Kenya the main religions Christianity and Islam have been state religions all over the world. Those two religions have made it all over the world and through all the hard times. A policy of a state can be driven by religion. The people in government have religions also; their opinions take after what they believe naturally. Religion in Kenya has a significant role in political life.
My thoughts about religion in Kenya have changed because religion is more important than I thought it was. Religion controls the thoughts and what they do in Kenya. There are many religions and some are very important and some aren’t. It interests me that the Kenyan people have places to visit that are valuable to their religion. The religions I read about in Kenya are somewhat similar to the religions I see every day. Kenyans are more intense about their religious affiliations and sacrifices. I have never heard about that here in Arizona, but then again I am not very religious. I feel learning about the different religions opened my mind up too new ways of life. It affected me personally as well as providing me with knowledge about the different Kenyan religions.
Citations
Finke, J. (2003). Traditional Music and Cultures of Kenya. Retrieved October 20, 2013, from http://www.bluegecko.org/kenya/contexts/kenyabeliefs.htm
Fodor's Travel. (2013). Retrieved October 23, 2013, from Religious sites in Kenya: http://www.fodors.com/world/africa-and-middle-east/kenya/sights-nam_class:30979.html
Kurian, George Thomas 1992. Encyclopedia of the Third World, fourth edition, volume III, Facts on File: New York, N.Y., pp. 970-71.
Kenya is considered a religious community because mostly every Kenyan has a religion. The people believe God is the leader and he can’t be seen but he can be reached. They believe God controls the rain, storms, sun, and animals. When God was angry he wouldn’t let it rain. Praying and rituals are serious deeds in Kenya and you have to complete them. Sacrifices for religion are also necessary. Kenyans have to give up something valuable for God such as food or animals. In return they hope God blesses them with what they need like killing a disease, making it rain or even giving a married couple a child. (Finke, 2003)
Kenya has a few religious places that should be visited by their people. The first one is the Anglican Cathedral located in Mombasa, Kenya. The cathedral is a memorial to Archbishop James Hannington, he was executed in 1885. The churches influence is Middle Eastern Islamic. The Jumaa Moscow is located in Lamu, Kenya. It is the second oldest mosque in Lamu and was used until the late 1800’s for trading slaves. The last sacred place located in Mombasa, Kenya is the New Burhani Bohra Mosque that overlooks the Old Harbor built in 1902. (Fodor's Travel, 2013)
Religion and government seems to be inseparable in Kenya. You can’t have one without the other, they are intertwined. In Kenya the main religions Christianity and Islam have been state religions all over the world. Those two religions have made it all over the world and through all the hard times. A policy of a state can be driven by religion. The people in government have religions also; their opinions take after what they believe naturally. Religion in Kenya has a significant role in political life.
My thoughts about religion in Kenya have changed because religion is more important than I thought it was. Religion controls the thoughts and what they do in Kenya. There are many religions and some are very important and some aren’t. It interests me that the Kenyan people have places to visit that are valuable to their religion. The religions I read about in Kenya are somewhat similar to the religions I see every day. Kenyans are more intense about their religious affiliations and sacrifices. I have never heard about that here in Arizona, but then again I am not very religious. I feel learning about the different religions opened my mind up too new ways of life. It affected me personally as well as providing me with knowledge about the different Kenyan religions.
Citations
Finke, J. (2003). Traditional Music and Cultures of Kenya. Retrieved October 20, 2013, from http://www.bluegecko.org/kenya/contexts/kenyabeliefs.htm
Fodor's Travel. (2013). Retrieved October 23, 2013, from Religious sites in Kenya: http://www.fodors.com/world/africa-and-middle-east/kenya/sights-nam_class:30979.html
Kurian, George Thomas 1992. Encyclopedia of the Third World, fourth edition, volume III, Facts on File: New York, N.Y., pp. 970-71.
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food AND culture of Kenya
- Kenyan food is very unique and diverse. The Kenyan food derived from Brazil and the British. Different communities have different foods in their tribes. Kenya doesn't have a main dish due to the diversity in the tribes. Kenyan food is inexpensive and very filling.
Ingoho
Kenyans are said to love this meal that is chicken. If you are considered an important visitor this is the meal they would cook. This dish is from the Luhya tribe located in western Kenya.
Ingredients:
1. Chicken
2. Onion
3. Peppers
4. Curry
5. Tomatoes
6. Garam masala
7. Ground coriander, black pepper, nutmeg, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, cumin
8. Crushed garlic cloves
9. Rice
Kenyans are said to love this meal that is chicken. If you are considered an important visitor this is the meal they would cook. This dish is from the Luhya tribe located in western Kenya.
Ingredients:
1. Chicken
2. Onion
3. Peppers
4. Curry
5. Tomatoes
6. Garam masala
7. Ground coriander, black pepper, nutmeg, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, cumin
8. Crushed garlic cloves
9. Rice
Ugali and Fish
Ugali is made up of ground maize flour and water. It takes the form of a cake after it has been cooked. This is a favorite meal for all Kenyans. Fish is popular at the coast because of the Indian Ocean.
Indgredients:
1. Water
2. Ground white maize
3. Flower
4. Fish
5. Tomatoes
Ugali is made up of ground maize flour and water. It takes the form of a cake after it has been cooked. This is a favorite meal for all Kenyans. Fish is popular at the coast because of the Indian Ocean.
Indgredients:
1. Water
2. Ground white maize
3. Flower
4. Fish
5. Tomatoes
Githeri
This is a mixture of boiled maize and beans. This is a popular dish among the Kikuyu community mainly found in Central Province. Although different religions make this dish differently.
Ingredients:
1. Corn
2. Beans
3. Water
4. Salt and pepper
5. Substitute the beans for harmony (In the religion Muthokoi)
6. Add meat, potatoes, grilled onion, mixed greens and curry powder (In the religion Mukimo)
This is a mixture of boiled maize and beans. This is a popular dish among the Kikuyu community mainly found in Central Province. Although different religions make this dish differently.
Ingredients:
1. Corn
2. Beans
3. Water
4. Salt and pepper
5. Substitute the beans for harmony (In the religion Muthokoi)
6. Add meat, potatoes, grilled onion, mixed greens and curry powder (In the religion Mukimo)
Nyama Choma
This roast meat is very popular in Kenya, its considered one of the best meals. Beef is the cheapest meat in Kenya compared to Chicken or Fish. It is also considered a social delicacy. The Nyama Coma is a tradition in the Kenyan Culture.
Ingredients:
1. Roasted goat or beef
2. Garlic
3. Lemon
4. Curry powder
5. You can serve it with Ugali or salad
This roast meat is very popular in Kenya, its considered one of the best meals. Beef is the cheapest meat in Kenya compared to Chicken or Fish. It is also considered a social delicacy. The Nyama Coma is a tradition in the Kenyan Culture.
Ingredients:
1. Roasted goat or beef
2. Garlic
3. Lemon
4. Curry powder
5. You can serve it with Ugali or salad
Mursik
This is a popular drink made of fermented milk and charcoal popular among the Kalenjins of Kenya. It can be used for special occasions. This is enjoyed throughout Kenya and it is apart of their heritage or tradition.
Ingredients:
1. Milk
2. Leaves of acacia or sweet herb
3. Charcoal
This is a popular drink made of fermented milk and charcoal popular among the Kalenjins of Kenya. It can be used for special occasions. This is enjoyed throughout Kenya and it is apart of their heritage or tradition.
Ingredients:
1. Milk
2. Leaves of acacia or sweet herb
3. Charcoal
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more information about Kenya's food : Citations
http://www.africa.upenn.edu/Cookbook/Kenya.html
- This website has the recipes of many Kenyan foods.
- This website has information about the Kenyan food and describes each food.
- This website describes the Kenyan food Ingoho. It gives you a picture and the ingredients to make it.
- This website gives you exact instructions on how to make Ugali for the Kenyan food Ugali and Fish. You can also mix Ugali with beans or pork.
- This website describes exactly how to make the dish Githeri. It is a simple dish and one of the least expensive.
- This website gives tons of information about the food Nyama Choma. It explains what is it and why it is a tradition.
- This website gives you details about this drink which is mostly sour milk.