Senegalese President Bassirou Faye chief guest as Mashujaa Day celebrations kick-off in Kitui
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye will be the guest of honur at the Mashujaa Day celebrations that are currently - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is the chief guest at Kenya's Mashujaa Day celebrations held at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui. President Faye also embarked on a State visit to strengthen bilateral ties between Kenya and Senegal.
- The celebrations honor Kenya's heroes and heroines who contributed to the country’s freedom and development.
- President William Ruto arrived to lead the nation in marking the event, acknowledging the cheering crowds.
- Security remains tight at the venue.
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