{"id":14079,"date":"2025-09-26T18:25:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T15:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/?p=14079"},"modified":"2025-09-29T09:31:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T06:31:37","slug":"uasin-gishu-takes-part-in-maralal-international-camel-derby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/index.php\/uasin-gishu-takes-part-in-maralal-international-camel-derby","title":{"rendered":"UASIN GISHU TAKES PART IN MARALAL INTERNATIONAL CAMEL DERBY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Officials from Uasin Gishu County’s department of culture joined other participants at this year\u2019s Maralal International Camel Derby in Samburu County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event was graced by Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano, who described it as a powerful expression of Kenya\u2019s national spirit and a brilliant showcase of what makes the country a world-class tourist destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe theme, \u2018Sporting for Tourism, Conservation, and Peaceful Cultural Interaction,\u2019 perfectly captures the essence of this unique event,\u201d said CS Miano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe derby is a fantastic example of how we can leverage our rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes to create memorable experiences for both domestic and international visitors,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Samburu Governor Jonathan Lati Lelelit said the event promotes local culture and tourism while supporting conservation efforts and fostering peaceful relations among communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cIt is an opportunity to celebrate the resilience of the Samburu and other pastoral communities, and to witness the incredible bond between people and their environment,\u201d Governor Lelelit noted.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

He further emphasized that the Maralal International Camel Derby fosters unity and cooperation by embracing cultural diversity, promoting intercultural dialogue, and advancing respect for human rights through education, empathy, and shared understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uasin Gishu Director of Culture Mohamed Dakane, who attended the event, said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe cultural interactions aim to promote peace within communities living in the NOREB region. As a way of showcasing our cultural diversity, we encourage all communities to coexist peacefully.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

He also used the opportunity to invite Kenyans to participate in the 98th Kenya Music and Cultural Festival, scheduled to take place in Uasin Gishu County this December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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