(PHOTOS) Recitals ongoing at Uhuru Gardens ahead of Ruto's arrival

Police officers were also seen doing surveillance in the area.

by The Star

News20 October 2022 - 10:03

In Summary

•The government has always honoured post-independence heroes who have contributed to national development in various sectors.

•This will be Ruto's first national holiday to preside over as President and Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces since his swearing-in last month.

Kenyans flock Uhuru Gardens../WILFRED NYANGARESI

Dancing, recitals ongoing at Uhuru Gardens as Kenya celebrates its 59th Mashujaa Day.

Mashujaa day is celebrated annually every October 20th. This is the day the country celebrates the struggles of its heroes.

Tightened security at the VIP entrance./WILFRED NYANGARESI

Ahead of president William Ruto's arrival, dancers were seen shaking their bodies as they prepared for the guests.

Police officers were also seen doing surveillance in the area.

Kenyans at Uhuru Gardens./WILFRED NYANGARESI

About 22,000 are expected to attend the national fete.

Mashujaa Day, which replaced Kenyatta Day, is a public holiday to honour all Kenyans who contributed towards the struggle for Kenya's independence or positively contributed in the post-independent Kenya.