Somali traditions defy the vagaries of modern living

It is 4pm, in Balambala village, Garissa, the sun is setting with its rays penetrating through the thin leaves and thorns of acacia trees, Deqow Ali is leading a herd of more than 50 goats and camels into his compound.

In his community when one owns a large herd of livestock like Mr Ali does, he is regarded as a wealthy person.