- Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit and two Cabinet Secretaries attended the second day of the annual Maralal Camel Derby
- The 33rd edition of the derby drew local communities alongside domestic and international visitors to Samburu County
- CS Rebecca Miano called for deeper ties between national government, counties and the private sector around the event
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Samburu - Governor Lati Lelelit joined senior national government officials on the second day of the 2026 Maralal International Camel Derby, an event that has grown into one of Kenya's most distinctive cultural tourism fixtures.
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Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano and Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Hanna Wendot Cheptumo were among the dignitaries who attended alongside county officials and other invited guests.
Now in its 33rd year, the derby draws together local Samburu communities, visitors from across Kenya and international tourists to experience the region's traditions and celebrate its heritage. For host communities, the event also represents a direct economic opportunity, supporting livelihoods linked to tourism and cultural exchange.
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Speaking at the event, CS Miano pointed to the need for coordinated effort across different levels of government and the private sector if the derby is to grow in reach and remain financially sustainable over time.
"As we celebrate the 33rd edition of this incredible event, our commitment to peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, and collaboration remains stronger than ever," Miano said.
She added: "By deepening partnerships between the National Government, county governments, the private sector and local communities, we will continue to elevate events like this Derby's visibility and sustainability. Together, we are positioning Kenya as a premier destination admired not only for its wildlife, but for its resilient people and magical cultural heritage!"
Leaders at the event used the occasion to underscore the broader role that cultural celebrations play in shaping national identity, with themes of peaceful coexistence and mutual respect running through official remarks.
The Maralal International Camel Derby has long served as a flagship event for Samburu County, drawing attention to a region that offers a different kind of tourism experience — rooted in community, tradition and the semi-arid landscape of northern Kenya.
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