Drama, dance as University of Embu culfest kicks off

Tucked away at the outskirts of Embu town in Manyatta constituency the University of Embu was awash with cultural lovers, majority students, after the institution was transformed into extravagant exhibition of cultural music, local dances ,spoken word and other rich cultural practices.

The stage was opened with are meticulus cultural wedding by the students from Cushite community in the school with students and officials from institution watching in awe as the play went on .

"Wow. This is how Cushites traditionally marry? It's so nice I might consider looking for my Cushite girl to marry when that day comes. I am impressed and certain with such kind of marriage there is alot of love," said one student as the play went on.

While addressing students during the official opening of the event,the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic, Research and Extension Prof Kiplagat Kotut said cultural festival in the institution promotes rich and diverse cultural values of the region's tribes.

"The theme for this event is nurturing talents for cultural integration, culture is bottom way of life of people in any society. Culture makes us unique and gives us a sense of identity," said Kotut.

He urged students to utilize well their rich cultural practices through presentations and embrace their culture.

Further, he stated that the event is among the important activities which have been included in the school calendar and will be staged on annual basis.

Collins Kiprop who is the president of the University of Embu student srganization lauded the university management for organizing such an event saying that it cultivated cultural diversity.

Kiprop urged students not to fear showcasing their cultural practices as this gives them a sense of where they belong.