African Tribe Collection (#5)

A Turkana man with a fine clay hairstyle, so typical of the southern Turkana. The black ostrich feather pompoms denote that the man belongs to the ng imor (black) moiety of his tribe

Turkana elders wear decorative ivory lip ornaments, secured in position by a spigot which is inserted in a hole pierced below the mans lower lip after initiation

As the sun rises above the forested peaks of Mount Nyiru, members of a Turkana family chat and plan their days activities

A Turkana man strides purposefully across the treeless Lotagipi Plains as an Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus) watches him atop a termite mound

In their dances, Samburu warriors take it in turns to leap high in the air from a standing position without bending their knees

Samburu warriors, spears in hand, jump into the air without bending their knees during one of their dance routines

A month after a Samburu youth has been circumcised, he becomes a warrior. He will go to the nearest stream or Waterhole to wash off a months grime

A Samburu boy in reflective mood after his circumcision. A day after the ordeal, he will hang in his pierced earlobes copper earrings normally worn by married women

A Samburu youth, his head freshly shaved, has milk poured over him from a wooden gourd-like container decorated with green grass prior to his circumcision

A Samburu warrior has his Ochred hair braided by a friend. A mixture of cows urine and ashes is often rubbed into the hair first to help straighten it

A young Samburu man leads a donkey carrying the basic structure of a temporary home. The curved sticks will be tied together in a dome and covered with hides

Women watch from the side as warriors sing and dance at a Laikipiak Msai marriage near Sabuk

Beaded cross-belts worn by a Laikipiak Msai elder

Elaborate headdress and body adornments worn by Samburu moran (warrior)

Mobile safari in Kenya with Samburu moran warriors as game spotters

A Hamar woman blows a tin trumpet at a Jumping of the Bull ceremony. The Hamar are semi-nomadic pastoralists of Southwest Ethiopia whose women wear striking traditional dress

A Karo homestead close the Omo River. The small thatched huts built off the ground are food stores. The Karo are a small tribe living in three main villages along the lower reaches of the Omo River

The Karo excel in body art. Before dances and ceremonial occasions, they decorate their faces and torsos elaborately using local white chalk, pulverised rock and other natural pigments

In the early morning, a Dassanech man puts on his serval cat skin cape and ostrich-feather headdress to participate in his Dimi ceremony, an important initiation ceremony

In the late afternoon, a group of Dassanech children hurry home along a bank of the Omo River in Southwest Ethiopia. A small grain store, raised off the ground in case of flooding

A young Dassanech boy silhouetted against the evening sky at his settlement alongside the Omo River. Much the largest of the tribes in the Omo Valley numbering around 50, 000

A Nyangatom boy catches blood from the artery of a cow in a gourd. The cow is bled by firing an arrow with a very short head into the artery of the cow

A young Dorze boy winds cotton onto a bobin for his father. Dorze men are synonymous with weaving the best cotton cloth in Ethiopia

A Karo man with braided hair plays a traditional stringed instrument beside the Omo River near Duss. Young men settle disputes by fighting with hippo hide whips

A Dassanech man in full tribal regalia participates in a dance during a month-long ceremony. He wears a cheetah skin draped on his backs and a black ostrich-feather headdress

History of Africa. The caravan of Dr. Livingstone found a group of armed natives. Engraving by A. Beatrand. Colored. 1882

Expedition of Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904). Welsh journalist and explorer. The prisoner Uavuma. Engraving. 19th century. Colored

Illustrated map of Africa

Illustration of African woman wearing lip plate

Illustration of African womans head showing scarring

Africa, Benin, Ganvie. Tofinu villager in dugout canoe on the waters of Lake Nokoue
Tofinu villager in dugout canoe on Lake Nokoue near village, Ganvie, Benin

Masai village, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Nyangatom (Bumi) tribal dance ceremony, Omo River Valley, Ethiopia, Africa

Karo people with body paintings participating in a tribal dance ceremony, Omo River Valley, Southern Ethiopia, Africa

Voodoo cult villager carrying pot on head, Sacred Forest of Kpasse, Ouidah, Benin

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of African Tribes: From Samburu Warriors to Himba Women" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of African tribes as a Samburu warrior gazes across the vast eastern scarp, his eyes filled with wisdom and strength. In Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve, a Masai warrior stands tall, embodying the resilience and grace that define his tribe. Witness the vibrant traditions as young Masai girls adorn their faces with ochre, an ancient practice passed down through generations. Meanwhile, a Hadza hunter indulges in cannabis from a crude stone pipe, connecting with nature's rhythms in pursuit of sustenance. Marvel at the beauty of a Himba woman dressed in traditional attire, her body gleaming from red ochre—a symbol of cultural identity and pride. Journey back to the 1960s when an old Kikuyu lady carefully picks coffee beans, showcasing age-old agricultural practices that have sustained communities for centuries. Observe two Masai warriors gazing up at a hot air balloon floating gracefully over Masai Mara—an enchanting blend of tradition and modernity. Transport yourself to historical battles like Omdurman where brave soldiers charged fearlessly into battle under colorful banners. Discover unique tribal customs such as Pokot men adorning themselves with beaded ornaments while wearing cheetah skin—a celebration during Atelo ceremonies surrounded by joyous women. Experience the rhythmic beats resonating from kalungu drums—a vital part of African oral traditions. Notice how almost every Himba woman proudly wears anklets—symbols of femininity and cultural heritage intertwined. Delve deeper into Africa's rich tapestry as you explore these diverse tribes' languages, rituals, beliefs, and art forms that shape their identities. In this journey through time and culture, we are reminded that Africa's tribes hold invaluable knowledge about coexistence with nature and preserving ancestral legacies for future generations.