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People & culture · October 28, 2026An introduction to Maasai culture in Kenya: cattle, the shuka and beadwork, the adumu jumping dance, manyattas, and how to visit a Maasai village respectfully.
Wildlife · October 28, 2026Surprising hippo facts: how much they weigh, why they can't swim, their "blood sweat", why they're so dangerous, and the best places to see hippos in Kenya.
Wildlife · October 28, 2026Cheetah or leopard? The quick ways to tell these spotted cats apart by spots, face, body shape and behavior, with tips for finding both in Kenya.
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