Kenya: Locals want 'Turkana Boy' to come home to cradle of humanity

A skeleton billed as being the oldest complete human remains ever found is at the heart of Kenya's latest tourism campaign. "Turkana Boy" is a symbol of the country's positioning as the cradle of humanity. But people living near the site where the archaeological treasure was found say they feel sidelined.

Oct 3, 2024 - 06:00
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Kenya: Locals want 'Turkana Boy' to come home to cradle of humanity
A skeleton billed as being the oldest complete human remains ever found is at the heart of Kenya's latest tourism campaign. "Turkana Boy" is a symbol of the country's positioning as the cradle of humanity. But people living near the site where the archaeological treasure was found say they feel sidelined.