Heritage conservation and cultural rights are threatened by the forces of globalisation and and many survival needs. This programme reflects a need to raise public consciousness of Karamoja’s culture, not only as a source of revenue through tourism and related employment, but also as central to the history and identity of Karimojong.
Our partnership exists out of implementing Cultural Heritage Clubs at 5 Secondary Schools located in the two central districts of Karamoja (Napak and Moroto) and support the clubs in organising cross-cultural activities.
Looking for comfortable and affordable accommodation near the Karamoja Cultural Event (KCE) in Karenga? Kara-Tunga has you covered! Our Weny Weny Community Camp offers a convenient stay nearby the event venue and just outside Kidepo Valley National Park.
A Karamojong village is also known as “Manyatta” or “Ere” meaning an enclosed residential area, surrounded by sharp thorns and with small entry points for people and a larger entry point for cattle. One Manyatta has multiple families and a communal space for cattle. The Karamojong reside in the largely permanent Manyattas during the wet …
Kara-Tunga launches Karamoja Workshop Tours – The Karamoja Workshops are tours aimed at connecting travellers with craftsmen, two-way sharing of knowledge, improving communities livelihoods and preserving cultural heritage. Through the workshops, craftsmen are able to double or triple their income and learn more about a potential group of buyers and fellow artists.
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Karamoja Cultural Heritage Education Programme
We’re happy to announce that we’re proud partners of Cross Cultural Foundation Uganda (CCFU) Cultural Heritage Education Programme in the Karamoja region.
Heritage conservation and cultural rights are threatened by the forces of globalisation and and many survival needs. This programme reflects a need to raise public consciousness of Karamoja’s culture, not only as a source of revenue through tourism and related employment, but also as central to the history and identity of Karimojong.
Our partnership exists out of implementing Cultural Heritage Clubs at 5 Secondary Schools located in the two central districts of Karamoja (Napak and Moroto) and support the clubs in organising cross-cultural activities.
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