Phil Borges          
   
 


Lothuru, a nomad, was grazing her camels when I met her outside the village of Baragoi. Although she is only 12, her marriage has already been arranged by her parents and will take place within a year. She told me that she has no doubt that her parents will make the right choice for her. Since circumcision is not a Turkana cultural practice, Lothuru will not be circumcised prior to her marriage. Turkana Tribe

 

 
   
 
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