The removal of artefacts belonging to Lamu's native communities from a local museum has sparked public outcry among residents, cultural enthusiasts, conservators, curators and archivists.
Artefacts from the Giriama, Pokomo and Orma tribes have been taken off display and replaced with exhibits showcasing Omani culture.
This change comes at a time when indigenous communities along the Coast are calling for the return of antiques sold abroad.
For the past two years, exhibitions at the Lamu Museum have been limited to the first floor due to the deteriorated condition of the ground floor.
