SHOCKING TRUTH About SAMBURU Tribe.
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This video is about the Samburu people of Northern Kenya, an African tribe with a very interesting culture.
1. Basics.
The Samburu people are a Nilotic ethnic group belonging to the larger Nilotic-speaking family. They are closely related to the Maasai, sharing linguistic and cultural ties with these group. Estimated to number around 350,000, the Samburu reside primarily in northern Kenya, specifically in the Samburu County.
2. Origins.
The Samburu as part of a bigger Maa group are thought to have migrated from Sudan in the 16th century. The group splintered in half with the Samburu settling in Northern Kenyan and the Maasai continuing further South. Their movements down south into Northern Kenya. Their interactions with neighboring communities, such as the Rendille, have contributed to cultural and genetic exchanges, shaping who they are today.
3. Genetics.
Many of them, despite their Nilotic roots, bear striking phenotypical similarities to the Cushites. This can be attributed to their proximity to the Rendille Cushitic group with whom they share lifestyle and even resources. Gene flow from the Samburu has created a Rendille subgroup called the Ariaal. Generally speaking though, the Samburu are about 60 percent Nilotic and 30 percent Cushitic. The rest is attributed to other neighbouring groups such as the Meru, Kikuyu, Oromo and the Turkana.
4. Personality.
Ah, the Samburu, a delightful blend of tradition and aggression. Picture this: a conservative bunch who wouldn't touch Western civilization with a ten-foot pole, unless it's to give it a good, hearty sneer. Music, singing and dancing are important elements of these guys, and can be experienced at the annual Lake Turkana Festival in Loiyangalani, Turkana County. In short, Awesome cultured people.
5. Language.
The Samburu dialect is closely related to the South Maasai dialects (about 77% to 89% lexical similarity). The word "Samburu" itself may derive from the Maa word
