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This year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations will be held at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County. In the Akamba language, “Ithookwe” roughly translates to “the blessed place,” “a place of rest,” or “a peaceful place.” The name comes from the root words “thooko” or “kuthooka,” meaning to rest or to be at …

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye landed in Nairobi on Sunday ahead of Kenya’s Mashujaa Day celebrations set for Monday in Kitui County. He was welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by Youth, Creative Economy, and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, who confirmed that President Faye will attend the event …

Former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka paid a moving tribute to the late Raila Odinga, describing him as a courageous champion of justice, truth, and the fight against corruption. He vowed to continue advancing the principles that defined Raila’s political life. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during the …

Kenyans will celebrate Mashujaa Day on Sunday, October 20, 2025 — a national holiday dedicated to honouring individuals who played a vital role in the nation’s liberation and progress. The main ceremony will take place at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County, with President William Ruto officiating. Click here to join …

Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has cautioned that anyone seeking to divide the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will face firm resistance from loyal members determined to preserve the party’s unity. Speaking during the funeral service of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo on Sunday, Joho reaffirmed his loyalty to …

Mourners at the funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were moved to both tears and laughter when his nephew, Jaramogi Orango, delivered a heartfelt yet humorous tribute to the late leader. Speaking with visible nervousness, Orango admitted he had not prepared to address such a large gathering. Click here …

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has signaled her intention to rejoin local politics following the passing of her father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Speaking during Raila’s final funeral service at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology in Siaya on Sunday, Winnie expressed her …

Ida Odinga, the widow of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has appealed to the government to prioritise reforms in Kenya’s health and education sectors, saying such efforts would best honour her husband’s legacy and vision for a better nation. Speaking during Raila’s funeral service, Ida urged leaders to …

President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday led the country in honouring the late Raila Odinga, describing him as a resilient visionary, a reconciler, and a patriot whose influence will endure for generations. Speaking during the State Funeral Service at Nyayo Stadium, the two leaders reflected on …

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has reaffirmed ODM’s support for President William Ruto’s administration, declaring that the party will continue working with the government “to the very end and beyond 2027.” Speaking at the late Raila Odinga’s home in Bondo, Siaya County, where preparations for his burial were underway, Wandayi …