Photos of the week: Christians mark Easter as WRC takes shape in Naivasha

Here are the photos that summed up this week.

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  • The Star made a compilation of pictures from activities wrapping up the week
by PERPETUA ETYANG
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30 March 2024 - 10:31
A volunteer assuming the role of Jesus Christ carries a cross during a Christian procession commemorating the crucifixion on March 29,2024
A volunteer assuming the role of Jesus Christ carries a cross during a Christian procession commemorating the crucifixion on March 29,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE

Catholics mark Good Friday

Catholic faithful on Friday marked Good Friday by the way of the cross.

Several processions had volunteers who assumed the role of Jesus by carrying a cross during the procession.

Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is a solemn day in many Christian traditions.

The day comes after Holy Week, in which Christians remember the life of Christ.

A procession of Catholic Faithfuls observing the way of the cross marked on Good Friday to remember the crucifixion of Jesus on March 29, 2024.
A procession of Catholic Faithfuls observing the way of the cross marked on Good Friday to remember the crucifixion of Jesus on March 29, 2024.
Image: ENOS TECHE
A procession of Catholic faithfuls observing the way of the cross to mark Good Friday on March 29, 2024.
A procession of Catholic faithfuls observing the way of the cross to mark Good Friday on March 29, 2024.
Image: ENOS TECHE
Catholic faithful carry the cross during Way of the Cross procession to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Mombasa on March 29, 2024. PHOTO LABAN WALLOGA
Catholic faithful carry the cross during Way of the Cross procession to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Mombasa on March 29, 2024. PHOTO LABAN WALLOGA
A volunteer assuming the role of Jesus Christ receives assistance in raising the cross during a Christian procession commemorating the crucifixion on March 29,2024
A volunteer assuming the role of Jesus Christ receives assistance in raising the cross during a Christian procession commemorating the crucifixion on March 29,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
Mombasa Archdiocese Bishop Martin Kivuva leads Catholics in the procession along Nyerere Road to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on March 29, 2024.
Mombasa Archdiocese Bishop Martin Kivuva leads Catholics in the procession along Nyerere Road to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on March 29, 2024.
Image: LABAN WALLOGA
RT. Lady Justice Roselyn Naliaka joins hundreds of other Catholic faithful in the Way of Cross procession on March 29,2024
RT. Lady Justice Roselyn Naliaka joins hundreds of other Catholic faithful in the Way of Cross procession on March 29,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE

2024 WRC shakedown

There was a shakedown on Wednesday at Loldia as Kenyan drivers embarked on the rally which will culminate with the Wolf Power Stage at Hell’s Gate on Sunday.

During a shakedown, drivers test various set-ups on their cars before the race.

Karan was the leading Kenyan on shakedown as he returned 14th fastest while Tundo and Samman came 17th and 18th respectively.

A rally car leaves behind a cloud of dust at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
A rally car leaves behind a cloud of dust at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Image: RALLY KENYA
A rally car during the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
A rally car during the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Image: RALLY KENYA
Fans watch a rally car at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Fans watch a rally car at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Image: RALLY KENYA
Fans watch as a rally car leaves behind a cloud of dust at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Fans watch as a rally car leaves behind a cloud of dust at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Image: RALLY KENYA
A rally car during the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
A rally car during the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Image: RALLY KENYA
A rally car at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
A rally car at the WRC Safari Rally shakedown in Naivasha on March 27, 2024.
Image: RALLY KENYA

Tinina's final journey

A sombre mood engulfed the Holy Family Basilica in Nairobi morning at the late Journalist Rita Tinina’s requiem mass was held.

The mass marked the beginning of Tinina’s final journey.

The service brought together Tinina’s family, friends and the media fraternity.

Tinina was on Wednesday laid to rest at her family home in Olokirikirai, Narok County.

The clergy and procession with Journalist Rita Tinina's body arrives at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
The clergy and procession with Journalist Rita Tinina's body arrives at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
Mia Malaikah, daugter of the late Rita Tinina during requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Mia Malaikah, daugter of the late Rita Tinina during requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
A section of media personalities escorting the body of the Rita Tinina's after a requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
A section of media personalities escorting the body of the Rita Tinina's after a requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
A procession with Journalist Rita Tinina's body leaving Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
A procession with Journalist Rita Tinina's body leaving Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
Family of the Journalist Rita Tinina's during requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Family of the Journalist Rita Tinina's during requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
Mourners at Journalist Rita Tinina's requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Mourners at Journalist Rita Tinina's requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE
Nation Media Group's Dan Mwangi and Olive Burrows at Journalist Rita Tinina's requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Nation Media Group's Dan Mwangi and Olive Burrows at Journalist Rita Tinina's requim mass at Holy Family Basillica, Nairobi on March 25,2024
Image: ENOS TECHE

Heavy rainfall leaves a trail of destruction

Nairobians were on Monday left to wade through flooded streets as heavy Sunday overnight downpours wreaked havoc.

The rains which started on Sunday evening went on throughout the night, rendering several roads impassable.

Nairobi county workers were seen busy trying to unclog the drainage system to help drain all stagnant water.

A flooded section of a road along LungaLunga, Industrial area following heavy rains that pounded the city last night. March 25, 2024
A flooded section of a road along LungaLunga, Industrial area following heavy rains that pounded the city last night. March 25, 2024
Image: CHARLENE MALWA
A pedestrian passes through a makeshift crossing path as short heavy rains rendered some roads impassable. Locals have appealed for immediate action by the concerned authorities on various drainage systems within the city. March 25, 2024
A pedestrian passes through a makeshift crossing path as short heavy rains rendered some roads impassable. Locals have appealed for immediate action by the concerned authorities on various drainage systems within the city. March 25, 2024
Image: CHARLENE MALWA
A pedestrians passes through a makeshift crossing path as short heavy rains rendered some roads impassable. Locals have appealed for immediate action by the concerned authorities on various drainage systems within the city. March 25, 2024
A pedestrians passes through a makeshift crossing path as short heavy rains rendered some roads impassable. Locals have appealed for immediate action by the concerned authorities on various drainage systems within the city. March 25, 2024
Image: CHARLENE MALWA
A pedestrian passes through a flooded pavement on a section of a road along LungaLunga, Industrial area following heavy rains that pounded the city last night. March 25, 2024
A pedestrian passes through a flooded pavement on a section of a road along LungaLunga, Industrial area following heavy rains that pounded the city last night. March 25, 2024
Image: CHARLENE MALWA
A City Council worker unclogs a blocked manhole in an effort to clear stagnant water along Lungalunga, Industrial area Nairobi on March 25, 2024
A City Council worker unclogs a blocked manhole in an effort to clear stagnant water along Lungalunga, Industrial area Nairobi on March 25, 2024
Image: CHARLENE MALWA
City Council workers unclog a blocked manhole in an effort to clear stagnant water along Lungalunga, Industrial area Nairobi on March 25, 2024
City Council workers unclog a blocked manhole in an effort to clear stagnant water along Lungalunga, Industrial area Nairobi on March 25, 2024
Image: CHARLENE MALWA

Chira laid to rest

Renowned TikToker Brian Chira was buried on Tuesday at his family's home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County.

Hundreds of mourners, mainly young social media enthusiasts, attended the burial.

Hundreds turned up for the collection of his body at the Kenyatta University mortuary and followed the procession to his burial site.

Mourners follow proceedings during collection of the body of TikToker Brian Chira from the Kenyatta University mortuary for burial at the family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County, March 26, 2024.
Mourners follow proceedings during collection of the body of TikToker Brian Chira from the Kenyatta University mortuary for burial at the family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County, March 26, 2024.
Image: DENNIS MILIMO
Hundreds of mourners turn up for collection of the body of TikToker Brian Chira at the Kenyatta University mortuary for burial at the family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County, March 26, 2024.
Hundreds of mourners turn up for collection of the body of TikToker Brian Chira at the Kenyatta University mortuary for burial at the family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County, March 26, 2024.
Image: DENNIS MILIMO
Hundreds of mourners who turned up for collection of the body of TikToker Brian Chira from the Kenyatta University mortuary for burial at the family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County, March 26, 2024.
Hundreds of mourners who turned up for collection of the body of TikToker Brian Chira from the Kenyatta University mortuary for burial at the family home in Gathanje, Ingitei village, Githunguri in Kiambu County, March 26, 2024.
Image: DENNIS MILIMO

Ruto in full Safari Rally drivers' gear

President William Ruto on Thursday stepped out clad in full Safari Rally drivers' gear, ahead of the flag-off from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre.

The much-anticipated WRC Safari Rally Kenya officially started on Thursday.

The rally will feature an impressive lineup of 29 drivers.

President William Ruto leaves State House to flag off the WRC Safari Rally Kenya from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 28, 2024.
President William Ruto leaves State House to flag off the WRC Safari Rally Kenya from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 28, 2024.
Image: PCS
President William Ruto leaves State House to flag off the WRC Safari Rally Kenya from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 28, 2024.
President William Ruto leaves State House to flag off the WRC Safari Rally Kenya from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 28, 2024.
Image: PCS
President William Ruto leaves State House to flag off the WRC Safari Rally Kenya from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 28, 2024.
President William Ruto leaves State House to flag off the WRC Safari Rally Kenya from the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 28, 2024.
Image: PCS

The JW Marriott Nairobi officially opened 

Ruto presided over the opening of the JW Marriott Nairobi.

The President described the JW Marriott hotel chain as an iconic and award-winning multinational hotel.

He said the hotel signals the net result of the country's steady push for a facilitative business climate.

President William Ruto presides over the opening of the JW Marriott Nairobi Nairobi on March 26, 2024
President William Ruto presides over the opening of the JW Marriott Nairobi Nairobi on March 26, 2024
Image: PCS

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