Pokot Tribe Collection

A Pokot man wearing typical beaded ornaments of his tribe. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language. Kenya

Two young Pokot girls wearing traditional ornaments that denote their unmarried status. Their broad belts are made with the metacarpus and metatarsal bones of dikdiks interspersed with beads. Kenya

A Pokot warrior wearing a cheetah skin jumps high in the air surrounded by young women to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

Pokot tribe girl-I - Kenya
Joxe Inazio Kuesta Garmendia

The Pokot have a small ceremony called Koyogho when a man pays his in-laws the balance of the agreed dowry for his wife. This may take place many years after he marries her

A young Pokot warrior with large round earrings. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A striking old Pokot woman wearing the traditional beaded ornaments of her tribe which denote her married status. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot child wrapped in a goatskin in his mothers arms. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot woman wearing the traditional beaded ornaments of her tribe which denote her married status. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

The ornaments of a Pokot warrior including a ring of goat skin which would have been slaughtered for a ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

Pokot men, women and girls dancing to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot woman in traditional attire with patterned cicatrices on her back attends an Atelo ceremony. Her broad belt is made with the metacarpus and metatarsal bones of dikdiks interspersed with beads

Pokot women and girls dancing to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot woman in traditional attire dances to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. Her broad belt is made with the metacarpus and metatarsal bones of dikdiks interspersed with beads

Pokot men and women dancing to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

An old Pokot woman dancing during an Atelo ceremony. The cow horn container usually contains animal fat

A Pokot warrior wearing a leopard skin cape celebrates an Atelo ceremony, spear in hand. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

Pokot warriors celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

Jovial Pokot women celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

Pokot women wearing traditional beaded ornaments and brass earrings denoting their married status. celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

A Pokot warrior wearing a leopard skin jumps high in the air surrounded by women to celebrate an Atelo ceremony. The Pokot are pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language

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The Pokot tribe, a group of pastoralists speaking a Southern Nilotic language, proudly display their rich cultural heritage through their traditional attire and customs. A Pokot man adorns himself with intricate beaded ornaments that symbolize his tribal identity. Meanwhile, a brave Pokot warrior leaps into the air with grace and agility, surrounded by young women as they celebrate the vibrant Atelo ceremony. In this captivating scene, a young Pokot girl showcases her uninitiated status through a broad necklace made of hollow reed grass. Nearby, two unmarried Pokot girls wear traditional ornaments that signify their singlehood. These adornments serve as visual markers within the community. Hailing from Kenya, the Pokot tribe practices unique rituals such as Koyogho – an intimate ceremony where a man pays his in-laws the remaining dowry for his wife years after marriage. During this ritual's conclusion, the couple leads together towards new chapters in their lives. A striking old woman catches our attention as she wears exquisite beaded ornaments denoting her married status. Her presence exudes wisdom and resilience acquired over generations of tribal traditions upheld by the resilient Pokot people. Even children are enveloped in cultural significance; we see a precious little one wrapped snugly in goatskin within its mother's loving embrace - an embodiment of familial ties cherished among these pastoralists. Another proud woman dons traditional beaded ornaments that speak volumes about her marital status while showcasing her individuality within her community. The artistry behind these accessories reflects both personal style choices and collective symbolism shared among fellow tribespeople. Lastly, we witness joyous moments during an Atelo ceremony where men, women, and girls come together to dance harmoniously. This celebration serves as a testament to unity and camaraderie deeply rooted in Southern Nilotic culture embraced by the spirited Pokot tribe.