In pictures: Maasai ceremony

A final gathering to listen to their chief before they return to their homes and new responsibilities.

Traditionally on their return their mother will shave off their long hair as they sit on the cow hide on which they were circumcised.

Many morani already have short hair, an indication that this age-old tradition may already be under threat.

Pictures: Giuseppe Salerno www.naturasonreal.com

Words: Daniel Dickinson