Harmonizing with Nature: Alosit Kere - Water Fetching Tradition at River Lokichar Wildlife Conservancy

In the embrace of the River Lokichar Wildlife Conservancy, a profound connection between the Karimojong people and their environment is illuminated through a revered tradition known as Alosit Kere. This practice, deeply embedded in the cultural tapestry, pays homage to the essential bond between women, water, and the land they hold dear.

Alosit Kere, a practice embraced within both the conservancy and the village, speaks to the Karimojong’s harmonious relationship with nature. Women carrying gourds to the well and moving together in a line form a captivating tableau that echoes the unity and cooperation intrinsic to Karimojong life.

At River Lokichar, visitors are invited to witness and participate in Alosit Kere—a tradition that connects people to the life-giving source of water. As women move in line to fetch water, they mirror the unity within the community and the profound respect they hold for the land’s bounty.

Alosit Kere transcends its functional purpose—it symbolizes the collective effort and the role of women in sustaining the community. This tradition speaks to the vital harmony between individuals, the environment, and the indispensable resources it provides.

Within the River Lokichar Wildlife Conservancy, the act of Alosit Kere paints a vivid picture of Karimojong life’s intricate rhythm. It offers a glimpse into the daily rituals that define existence, and the symbiotic dance between people and their surroundings.

Participating in Alosit Kere, whether in the conservancy or the village, invites you to step into the footsteps of Karimojong women. As you journey to the well and carry gourds in unison, you become a part of a tradition that speaks to the Karimojong’s deep connection with the earth’s elements.

Join us in celebrating Alosit Kere—an invitation to embrace the profound ritual of water-fetching and to connect with the age-old wisdom of the Karimojong people. As you line up, gourds in hand, you’ll experience the unity that binds individuals and the land in a tapestry of shared existence. At the River Lokichar Wildlife Conservancy, Alosit Kere becomes a harmonious symphony of cooperation, a testament to the enduring relationship between humanity and nature.