Kenya marks National Reading Day with renewed push for literacy

Kenya Friday marked National Reading Day 2026 with a vibrant national celebration at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Headquarters Maktaba Kuu, reaffirming the country's commitment to building a strong reading culture and promoting lifelong learning at a time when streng..

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Kenya marked National Reading Day 2026 with a nationwide celebration at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Headquarters, emphasizing the crucial role of reading in national development and lifelong learning.

A 23.5 per cent increase in participation compared to 2025 highlighted growing momentum for reading promotion.
Mercy Wanjau, Secretary to the Cabinet, represented the Government of Kenya and stressed reading's power to empower citizens and drive development.
The event, themed "Our Stories, Our Future: Empowering Minds Through Reading," featured a book march, cultural performances, author engagements, and the exhibition and donation of over 2,500 books.