Kenyan President Ruto pledges annual cultural festivals to foster peace among border communities with Uganda and South Sudan, addressing resource conflicts intensified by climate change.

Kenyan President William Ruto has pledged to foster peace among border communities with Uganda and South Sudan through annual cultural festivals featuring the Turkana, Toposa, and Karamajong. This initiative addresses conflicts over resources intensified by climate change. The government plans to invest 49 million shillings ($380,000) annually and develop a museum and science park in Turkana to enhance cultural exchange and promote research and tourism.

October 25, 2024
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