All set for the 20th edition of Lamu Cultural Festival

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    At least 200 youths will get temporary employment during this year’s Lamu Cultural Festival, the county government has announced.

    This year’s fete, the 20th edition since its inception, will be held from November 24-27 in Lamu Old Town, a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) World Heritage site.

    The festival showcases the rich culture and heritage of Lamu’s Swahili communities and is preceded by various competitions, led by donkey and dhow races, swimming and traditional dances.