Labels:text | electronics | screenshot | software | display | font | number | web page | website | operating system | computer icon OCR: CULTURGRAM Kenya 66 The most common greeting is Hujambo, habari gani? (literally, "You haven't anything the matter with you? News?"). 99 Outline Close Customs and Courtesies Greetings Although greetings vary among ethnic groups, a handshake is universally acceptable, as are greetings in English. In Kiswahili, the most common greeting is Hujambo, Habari gani? (literally, "You haven't anything the matter with you? News?") to which the reply is Sijambo, salama ("I haven't anything the matter with me, [the news is] peaceful"). In coastal cities, a simple Hujambo! is a common casual greeting. Etiquette is very important and although Kenyans generally greet others warmly, it is considered impolite to be too direct. Greetings are often extended by inquiries about the well-being of your family, news of the weather, or where you have come from. When parting, Kenyans might say Tuta onana ("We will meet") or, if it is evening, Lala salama ("Sleep peacefully").
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