Kenya Marks 61st Mashujaa Day with Calls for Unity and Cohesion

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, Kenya celebrated its 61st Mashujaa Day in Kwale County, commemorating six decades since gaining independence from colonial rule. During the event, President William Ruto criticized leaders promoting divisive tribal ideologies, emphasizing that all citizens are equal and entitled to benefit from national development without discrimination.

In his speech, the President reflected on the pre-colonial era, highlighting how the nation’s forefathers, drawn from diverse regions, united in the struggle for independence. He praised their efforts in resisting an oppressive, exclusionary regime to secure freedom for future generations.

Ruto reiterated his commitment to combating tribalism and urged Kenyans to foster unity, inclusion, and national cohesion. He stressed that Kenya’s future relies on collective harmony, warning that division could jeopardize the country's progress.