[PHOTOS] Pomp and colour as China marks 74 years since it was founded

Delegates from across the country were invited to grace the event.

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  • The guests were treated to traditional songs and entertainment from both countries.
by PERPETUA ETYANG
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27 September 2023 - 22:07
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI

The People’s Republic of China on Wednesday marked 74 years since its founding on October 1, 1949.

Delegates from across the country were invited to grace the event.

Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI

During the event, Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Zhou Pingjian underscored the importance of bilateral ties between Kenya and China.

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi, US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman, Speaker of the Senate Gladys Shollei, Kisii Governor Simba Arati and Royal Media Services Editorial Director Linus Kaikai were among the invited guests.

A girl plays the harp to entertain those in attendance during the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
A girl plays the harp to entertain those in attendance during the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI

The guests were treated to traditional songs and entertainment from both countries.

US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman among guests who attended the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman among guests who attended the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Governor of Kisii County Simba Arati in attendance at the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Governor of Kisii County Simba Arati in attendance at the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Entertainment during the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Entertainment during the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Delegates attending 74th anniversary of the founding of the Peoples Republic of China at the embassy headquarters in Nairobi on September 27, 2023.
Image: TEDDY MULEI

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