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Wetlands and indigenous knowledge: Preserving Kenya’s living heritage
From Dunga Swamp near Kisumu to wetlands used in initiation rites in Siaya and Bungoma, these ecosystems remain central to culture, identity, and survival.
Today, as the world marks World Wetlands Day, attention turns to the vital role wetlands play in sustaining life, culture, and livelihoods. Marked this year under the theme “Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage,” the day resonates strongly in Kenya, where national celebrations are taking place in Isiolo County.
These observances underscore the fact that wetlands are not only ecological systems but also cultural landscapes shaped by generations of community stewardship. In Kenya, wetland protection is anchored in both statutory governance and indigenous knowledge.
