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At first glance, you might dismiss Maasai attire as cheap but after taking a closer look, the details will blow you away.
This week, we spent time with 22-year-old Francis Kateela, a Maasai farmer, who is proud of his roots despite the evolving fashion trends.
He told us that the outfit cost upwards of Sh30,000 and broke it down into bits.
Maasai shuka with Beads: KSh8,500 - worn by Maasai morans attending important occasions
Impororo (ngao): KSh7,500 - worn by graduated moran
Necklace (pairs): KSh3,500 - worn by everybody
Long moran necklace: KSh2,500 - worn by all
Moran shanga (pure white): KSh4,600- worn by Maasai Moran who has killed a lion
Moran belt: KSh 5,000 - worn by all Maasai
Hands (shanga): KSh1500 - worn by everybody
Maasai shuka: KSh3,000- worn by everybody for important occasions
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