IN PICTURES: Ruto leads Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale
Coast
By
David Njaaga
| Oct 20, 2024
President William Ruto arrived at Kwale Stadium shortly before 10 a.m. Sunday to lead the 61st Mashujaa Day celebrations.
The event marked the first time Kwale County hosted the national holiday with the newly constructed 10,200-seater stadium as the venue.
Ruto was received by Deputy President-elect Kithure Kindiki, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani.
Other leaders present included National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and several cabinet secretaries.
Thousands of Kenyans flocked to the stadium to witness the celebrations themed around affordable housing. The programme featured the unveiling of new government initiatives under the affordable housing agenda.
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The event will see 142 heroes recognised across 14 categories for their contributions to sports, philanthropy, statesmanship and indigenous cultures.
Security is heightened across the Coast region in preparation for the celebrations.