KOITO:MILA YA USIKU KATIKA JAMII YA KALENJIN
https://youtu.be/4acghA4INYU?si=9kH3oH2dvZgUgvIL
Summary:
In this captivating radio feature, Anneth Chepngetich, a Media and Communication student from Zetech University attached to the Eldoret Media Hub, explores the rich cultural heritage of the Kalenjin community through the traditional practice of Koito. Once conducted under the cover of darkness with great secrecy and respect, Koito served as more than a dowry negotiation ceremony—it was a sacred institution that united families, honored elders, and preserved cultural values. Through historical insights and cultural perspectives, the feature examines the significance of this unique nighttime tradition and how modernization is gradually transforming its practice among contemporary Kalenjin families.
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