Lake Turkana: Status, challenges, and opportunities for …

Lake Turkana, located in northwestern Kenya and south-western Ethiopia (Fig. 1), is the world's largest permanent desert lake and has been deemed a UN World Heritage Site and an "Important Birdlife Area" (Birdlife International, 2021).Although the communities living around Lake Turkana are traditionally pastoralists (except for the …

Lake Turkana: Exploring the Wonders of Kenya's #1 Hidden …

Welcome to a captivating journey of discovery as we delve into the wonders of Lake Turkana, a remarkable gem nestled in the heart of Kenya. From its intriguing …

Kenyan Tsavorite

Kenyan Tsavorite are brilliant green gemstones from deposits near Kenya's famous Tsavo National Park. The 'King of Garnets', Tsavorite is increasingly popular due to its beautiful greens, and is one of the …

Kenya: The Landscape of Turkana County

However, in recent months, Turkana County has become a key area of interest for the Kenyan government and investors alike following reports that British-owned oil exploration company, Tullow Oil PLC, discovered an estimated 250 million barrels of …

Gemstone Value Addition Plant Set to Transform …

Natome added that the centre will transform the gemstone industry in Turkana County and beyond and also supplement the Voi gemstone centre in revamping the mining industry in Kenya. The chief …

Turkana rolls out plan to promote value-addition in gemstone mining

Voi Gemstone Centre manager Edward Omito said collaboration between the county government of Turkana and his centre will expose local artisanal miners to basic knowledge on geology, stones identification and appraisals as well as pricing in the local and international markets.

Turkana Beads

The Turkana make up about 2.5% of the the Kenyan population making them the third largest ethnic group in Kenya. The Turkana speak a eastern Nilotic language property named Turkana. The Turkana are known for weaving baskets, raising camels and their artisan beads and jewelry.

Lake Turkana – Best Time to Visit, Wildlife & More!

Wildlife. Lake Turkana is not really a wildlife destination, but it's famous for its crocodiles and colonies. Up to an estimated 120,000 Nile crocodiles breed on Central Island, which can be visited by boat. Sibiloi National Park protects the wildlife in the area, including some north Kenyan specials such as reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, lesser kudu, …

COUNTY SEEKS TO ESTABLISH GEMSTONE PROCESSING CENTRE

Voi – 24th June 2024 (Public Communication and Media Relations) Turkana County is taking steps towards enhancing its mineral resource management through the establishment of a gemstone processing centre Led by the Director for Mineral Resources, Stanley Loter, a delegation visited the Taita Taveta County Gemstone Centre to gather …

Effects of development interventions on pastoral livelihoods in Turkana

Turkana County has a long history of drought and development interventions and remains one of the poorest counties in Kenya. In Turkana, livelihoods are increasingly under threat because of climate change, conflict, and the changing land use and management. There are complex interactions between the multiple drivers of …

Ask the Turkana What Became of their Caves

The actual name 'Turkana' is something of a mystery. The most commonly ascribed meaning is a corruption of 'turkwen', which means 'cave people', or 'aturkan', which means 'cave land'. There are no caves in present-day Turkana land (at least east of the Ugandan border), so the Turkana must have migrated from elsewhere.

Lake Turkana Safari | Fees, Trips, Prices, Weather [2024]

Lake Turkana lies in the very dry, inhospitable north of Kenya. This is the hottest area of the country with daytime temperatures reaching up to 37°C/99°F. The annual rainfall is under 200mm/7in, but the 'long rains' peak in April and the 'short rains' peak in November, as elsewhere in the country.

Exploring Kenya's Lesser-Known Gems: The Allure of Turkana

Turkana, often referred to as Kenya's "cradle of mankind," is rich in archaeological sites, including the famous Turkana Boy fossil. Visitors can explore the …

Lake Turkana

Lake Turkana. Lake Turkana, also known as Lake Rudolf or Jade Sea, is a vast, shallow lake located in the arid part of northern Kenya, with its northern end extending into Ethiopia.It is Africa's 4th …

Culture

Traditional dance, performances of well known Kenyan singers, a trade fair, a market and a huge choma zone where people chat and dance and party the nights away create a unique blend of culture and entertainment that …

Discoveries at Lake Turkana

In 1995, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Meave Leakey and her team made a very important discovery at Lake Turkana, Kenya. They found fossils of what turned out to be an Australopithecus anamensis.The discovery indicates that the date of the occurrence of bipedalism needed to be moved back by half a million years, to about 4.2 …

5 Hidden Gems In Kenya You Never Knew Existed

Turkana is amongst the driest and hottest regions in Kenya. Within it, there is Lake Turkana and the Blood Red Alkaline Lake. The lake has a high concentration of salt, and its …

Welcome to TURKANA LAND

Turkana County highlights some background info on Kenya's second largest province, including a soft copy of the brand new Tourist Map! Experience Turkana gives an overview of Turkana County's five major tourism pillars. Attractions helps you planing your Turkana trip by describing the three tourism circuits of Turkana Land.

Lake Turkana

Lake Turkana is the worlds largest permanent desert lake and the worlds largest alkaline lake.I saw it from Loiyangalani and it is an amazing place.Here,you will get to interact with several communities that have …

Turkana | Kenya Travel Guide

Straddling the Ethiopian border at its northern end, Lake Turkana stretches south for 250km, bisecting Kenya's rocky deserts like a turquoise sickle, hemmed in by sandy wastes and black-and-brown volcanic ranges. The water, a glassy, milky blue one minute, can become slate-grey and choppy or a glaring emerald green the next.

Kenya: Turkana Rolls Out Plan to Promote Value-Addition in Gemstone

"The centre will transform the gemstone industry in Turkana county and beyond while at the same time supplementing the Voi Gemstone Centre in revamping the mining industry in Kenya," the county ...

Kenya's Underground Wealth: Survey Unearths …

Kenyan counties rich in minerals. The ministry revealed that 15 counties have the highest prospects of mineral wealth. These include Kitui, Embu, Tana River, Kilifi, Isiolo, Makueni, Taita-Taveta and …

Lake Turkana National Parks – National Museums of Kenya

Lake Turkana National Parks It is located on the Kenya's north bordering with Ethiopia and South Sudan. The Lake is the most saline lake in East Africa and the largest desert lake …

Types of Gemstones Found in Kenya

Spread by sharingTweet Kenya, a jewel in East Africa, boasts not only breathtaking landscapes but also a rich tapestry of gemstones. The country's geological diversity has given rise to a dazzling array of precious and semi-precious gemstones, each with its unique allure. Let's explore the gemstone treasure trove that Kenya holds. …

The Enigmatic Beauty of Turkana: Exploring the Hidden Gem …

Nestled in the remote northern region of Kenya lies a hidden gem that captivates the imagination and stirs the soul. Turkana, often referred to as the "Jade …

Turkana County

Turkana County, located in northern Kenya, is a captivating destination that holds a rich cultural and historical significance. Explore the vast landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see, dotted with rugged hills, expansive savannahs, and the breathtaking Lake Turkana. Immerse yourself in the unique traditions of the Turkana people ...

Turkana

Turkana. The 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census (KPHC) was conducted in August 2019 and followed the United Nations principles and recommendations for conducting the 2020 round of censuses. The Census collected information on the demographic and socio-economic characteristics of the population. In addition, …

The Fascinating History And Geology Of Lake Turkana

The lake was renamed Lake Turkana in 1975 by Kenyan President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, after the Turkana people, the dominant tribe in the region. The lake's geology is equally fascinating, with the lake being a part of the East African Rift System. The rift began to form millions of years ago as the East African plate separated from the …

What to do in Turkana, Kenya | A 3-day itinerary

Marsabit town is located to the North of Lake Turkana.It is also known as the highland in the desert while Lodwar town is known as the cradle of mankind. At Marsabit you can explore Koobi Fora, a world-famous archaeological site where the largest collection of well-preserved hominids is kept at a museum in Sibiloi National Park.

10 Hidden Gems in Turkana Every Adventurer Should Explore

Harsh climate, hunger, scarcity of water and insecurity are synonymous with Northern Kenya but the hidden gems in Turkana dilute it all.