Who We Are
HUGAFO – K is a network of members drawn from the various hunter and gatherer communities (HGs) in Kenya. Member communities of HUGAFO –K include Ogiek of Mt. Elgon, Ogiek of Mau, Wayuu, Sengwer, Aweer, Yaaku, El molo and Lmartins communities. Other partners who are a part of us are fourteen Civil Society Organizations, well-wishers, county government and national government agencies. The forum seeks to provide a platform through which HGs can communicate, document and share their vast experiences to foster understanding, collaboration and solidarity, offering a united voice in national matters concerning HGs in Kenya.
Member Communities Profile
El molo community of Loyangalani
The El Molo, also known as Dehes, Fura-Pawa and Ldes, are Hunter Gatherer group mainly inhabiting the northern Eastern Province of Kenya.
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Ogiek of Mount Elgon
The community, also known as Chepkitale, is comprised of approximately 4,000 individuals according to the 2019 census.
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Yaaku community of Mukogodo forest
Yaaku community is the smallest dwelling community in Mukogodo forest, spans two locations bordering Isiolo.
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The Aweer are found between Dodori and Boni reserves in Lamu County. The areas where the Aweer occupy boast of indigenous, open canopy coastal forest and host a diverse range of vegetation.
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Lmartins community is the smallest indigenous community found in Laikipia county. This community lived under the Samburu people and faced branded names such as "Ndorobo."
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Wayuu Community
The Wayuu are an Oromo-speaking people, primarily residing along the Tana River in Lamu District, and Marsabit County in Kenya.
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Ogiek of Mau Complex
The Ogiek community of Mau, spanning six counties in Kenya, with an estimated population of 52,000 based on the 2019 census.
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Sengwer community
Sengwer people, also known as Cherangany, are an indigenous ethnic minority residing in the western highlands of Kenya, specifically in the Cherangany Hills and the Embobut Forest.
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