On June 1, President William Ruto led the Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay, themed ‘Harnessing Kenya’s Blue Economy for Sustainable Growth.’

• Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar attended as a special guest, expressing gratitude for the invitation.
• Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were among the notable attendees, alongside other parliamentary leaders.
• During the event, both leaders emphasized the need for reforming global institutions to ensure equity and inclusivity, with a focus on Africa's representation in the UN Security Council.