In pictures: Kenyans mark Christmas with worship, family reunions
National
By
Ronald Kipruto
| Dec 25, 2025
Faithful Christians worship at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Milimani, Kisumu [Rodgers Otiso, standard]
Kenyans across the country marked Christmas with packed church services, traditional feasts and intimate family gatherings as the festive season brought communities together despite economic pressures.
From midnight vigils and nativity plays in decorated sanctuaries to bustling entertainment spots serving nyama choma and traditional delicacies, the day reflected a blend of faith, tradition and resilience.
Churches overflowed with worshippers dressed in their finest attire, while families reconnected over meals and children played in festive gear.
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga and several leaders arrive at Nyamira ACK, Bondo for a Christmas church service. This is the first time the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga family will be celebrating Christmas without the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. [Isaiah Gwengi, Standard] Capital markets boon: Did global AI, tech hype turbocharge NSE? NSSF records highest returns now sets eyes on Sh1tr fund size Business leaders renew pressure over pending bills Rising middle class fuels new wave of lifestyle housing development What the new green number plates for electric vehicles mean Kenya-UK trade reaches all time high of Sh360b Survey: Towels, bathrobes and toiletries most stolen by visitors in hotel rooms Fund crosses Sh1b in assets under management Last big cheque: State to earn Sh11.2b Safaricom dividend as share sale nears State pushes for just transition for businesses in AI age to protect jobsREAD MORE
Entertainment joints recorded brisk business as revellers sought to unwind after a challenging year.
Here is how Kenyans celebrated in different parts of the country.
Father John Munyaka baptizes children at Christ the King Cathedral church in Nakuru City during Christmas Day celebrations on December 25, 2025. In his homily to the gathered Catholic faithful, Father Munyaka urged Kenyans to mark Christmas with reverence and reflection, noting that many people today celebrate themselves rather than the body of Jesus Christ. A total of 23 children were baptized during the service. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]