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Approximately 30,000 attendees, including foreign dignitaries from Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, and Burundi, gathered at Uhuru Gardens to celebrate Kenya’s 60th Independence Day.
President Dr. William Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua led the event, warmly welcoming government leaders, politicians, and citizens. Security was heightened to ensure a safe celebration.
A diverse array of artists, including popular movie translator and comedian Dj Afro, showcased Kenya’s cultural richness. Comedians brought laughter to the stage, contributing to the festive atmosphere.
President Ruto highlighted the importance of job creation and discussed the Government Housing Project, emphasizing its role in providing employment opportunities for youth. He announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Grammy Awards, set to begin shooting multiple movies in Kenya from January 2024.
In a significant move for education, Google collaborated with the Ministry of Education and ICT to introduce coding in Kenyan primary and secondary schools.
President Ruto assured the nation that Kenya is out of debt distress, emphasizing a stable economy. He pledged transparent use of collected taxes, vowing to prosecute those involved in corruption promptly.
President William Ruto affirmed, “All taxes collected by the government shall be put to their intended use, and no Kenyan shilling shall be lost through embezzlement. I will support the timely prosecution of all those involved in corruption. Kenyans deserve no less.”
