There's a local interpersonal networking group called "Future Salon" that hosts a monthly get together. Normally they discuss future technologies and whatnot, but this month they had a presentation from a group called Asante Africa; the special guests were Chief Salaton Ole’ Ntutu and a warrior named Sabore Oiye. They were fascinating speakers, and their english was excellent (and far better than my pathetic Swahili). They spoke on life in their part of southern Kenya, and how they are trying to maintain their traditional values and lifestyle while adopting modern practices that make sense.
Asante Africa is a local non-profit that funds education in the Massai territories. They seem to focus not only on scholarships, but also on buildings and infrastructure.
Someone asked what advice they would have for us. One of them mimed pulling iPod earplugs out of his ears and said "children, listen to your parents".
Another person asked them what three things they value (as Maasai). Sabore responded "Generosity. Respect. And Peace."
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