The Taptengelei Cultural Festival commenced on Friday, January 17th, at Kapseon Primary School in Tinderet, Nandi County, launching a three-day celebration of Kalenjin heritage and adventure tourism. The event coincided with the Magical Kenya Mountain and Trail Series, featuring the Tinderet Barng’etuny Mountain Run which attracted elite athletes.

• The festival aims to boost tourism earnings to Sh1 trillion and promote active, community-driven tourism beyond traditional circuits.
• Head of Public Service Felix Koskei and Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano were key figures, emphasizing the festival's role in showcasing Kenya’s diversity.
• The event combines cultural displays, indigenous medicine, and farming techniques with adventurous mountain running, positioning Tinderet as a key destination in the North Rift.