Preparations for the much-awaited Maara cultural celebrations set to begin on May 29, 2026 are complete, with stakeholders urging residents to embrace the rich traditions of the Muthambi and Mwimbi communities.
Speaking during a site visit at Mugona grounds, Maara Cultural Ambassadors Chairperson and Community-Based Organization (CBO) leader Kimathi Ntomiru said the event will play a key role in reviving and promoting the cultural identity of the people of Maara Constituency.
He noted that the partnership between the Tharaka Nithi County Government and the Maara cultural stakeholders aims to ensure that no community is left behind in matters of culture and heritage preservation.
Ntomiru appealed to residents to maintain peace and unity during the two-day event, saying the celebrations are meant to bring people together and strengthen social cohesion among communities.
“We want this cultural festival to unite our people and remind the younger generation about the importance of preserving our traditions,” he said.
Speaking during the inspection visit, Chief Officer for Education and Culture Mwiti Munoo said the county government had partnered with the Maara CBO to ensure the event became successful and impactful.
He said the county leadership was keen on ensuring all preparations were in place ahead of the celebrations, adding that the festival is purely cultural and not political.
“We are calling upon everyone to come and celebrate the culture of the people of Maara. This event is not about politics but about embracing our identity and heritage,” he said.
Mwiti added that cultural events provide an important platform for communities to reconnect with their roots while promoting unity and understanding among different generations.
Chief of Staff Wilson Murithi reaffirmed the county government’s commitment to supporting cultural activities across the county.
Murithi called upon leaders at both the national and county levels, as well as residents, to attend the celebrations in large numbers and support efforts aimed at preserving local traditions.
He said cultural festivals also help children and young people learn more about their heritage and values, ensuring that traditions are passed from one generation to another.
The Maara cultural celebrations are expected to attract residents, leaders, cultural groups, and visitors from different parts of the county as communities gather to showcase traditional dances, songs, attire, and customs.
by Dickson Mwiti and Christine Ngitori
