At the trust, we are committed to upholding our remarkable culture and heritage. One of our sources of pride is amalengo (wrestling). Initially, amalengo was part of the Samia people’s preparations for battle but with time it morphed into a form of entertainment. Men traditionally fought at village festivals after the harvest season to attract potential wives by proving their virility and strength.
Another aspect of the Samia culture is boat racing, where fishermen collectively come together and compete on Bumbe beach along Lake Victoria. The trust hopes to facilitate these races by donating lifesaving equipment and better boats.
In our promotion of culture, we hope to see these activities become major national sports and even a means of eradicating poverty.
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