Mar 31, 2023 · The Karo tribe is a small indigenous community that inhabits the remote regions of southern Ethiopia, specifically in the Omo Valley. The tribe is made up of approximately 1,500 members and is known for their unique cultural practices, including their colorful body paintings and intricate scarification patterns.

The Karo predominantly practice flood retreat cultivation, growing sorghum, maize, and beans. They also fish and breed cattle and goats. Surrounded by more powerful and wealthier tribes, they created a complex social hierarchy to thwart intermarriage and keep their lineages pure.

Forming part of the estimated 200 000 indigenous peoples inhabiting the area are the Karo, who have a population of about 1000 to 2000, making them the smallest ethnic tribe in Ethiopia, probably in the continent as a whole.

Mar 26, 2025 · The Kara tribe is one of the Omo Valley Tribes in Southern Ethiopia. Full of culture and tradition and amazing to have on an Omo Valley photography tour itinerary. View Kara tribe portraits and learn about this African tribes ceremonies and more! Includes behind the scenes photos from photo tours

Nov 11, 2019 · The Karo tribe is the smallest tribe in South Ethiopia that resides along the banks of the Omo River. Surrounded by more powerful and wealthier tribes, there’s a complex social hierarchy to thwart intermarriage and keep their lineages pure.

With an estimated population between 1000 and 3000, the Karo tribe is one of the smallest tribes amongst the Omo valley tribes. They practice flood retreat cultivation, grow maize, sorghum, and beans. They fish, breed cattle and goats, and they largely rely …

Jun 25, 2022 · The Karo tribe maintains a tradition of body painting for more than 500 years. They make paint from a mix of ash, animal fat, and water to create striking designs. Karo people decorate their body for two reasons.

Aug 26, 2020 · The Karo tribe living along the borders of the Lower Omo River incorporate rich, cultural symbolism into their rituals by using ornate body art, intricate headdresses, and body scarification to express beauty and significance within their community.

The Kara (often called ‘Karo’ by outsiders) are a population of about 4000 people living on the east bank of the Omo River. In spite of their small numbers, they form an important element in the political and economic system of the Lower Omo.

Dec 12, 2024 · Nestled along the eastern banks of the Omo River in southern Ethiopia lies the Karo tribe, a small yet vibrant ethnic group known for their striking body art and deep-rooted cultural traditions. With a population of around 1,500 to 2,000, the Karo people are one of the smallest tribes in the Omo Valley.