Kenya fest showcases cultural diversity

Traditional Chinese performances were the highlight of a grand Kenyan festival at the shores of Lake Victoria, the world's second-largest freshwater lake, giving locals a taste of rich Chinese culture.

The Isambo Beach Carnival, being held in Busia County just before Christmas until the end of the year, featured local cultural events such as water sports and fishing that celebrate western Kenya's abundance of rivers, streams and lakes. For the Luhya tribe in the western parts of Kenya, Isambo means celebration.

Known for its cultural diversity, the carnival also showcased cultural performances by traditional troupes from countries such as Uganda, Burundi, South Korea and China.