The government has unveiled an expanded programme for Jamhuri Week 2025, announcing four dedicated days of tourism, conservation and cultural events ahead of Kenya’s 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations.
Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said the revamped programme marks a significant shift in how the country commemorates its independence, placing tourism at the centre of national pride and economic transformation.

“As we celebrate our sovereignty and independence, we also honor the transformative power of tourism and wildlife in shaping our nation’s progress and prosperity,” said Miano.

The CS said that the week offers Kenyans an opportunity to understand what the government has done and what it plans to do to position the country as a premier destination.
“Our President William Ruto has made tourism a key priority in his administration. Through his directive we have these days fully focused on tourism,” she said.
All activities will take place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), featuring engagements with government agencies, conservation bodies and tourism stakeholders.

According to the programme, Monday will open with a national focus on conservation under the theme “From Evidence to Impact: Transforming Conservation Through Scientific Research, Innovation and Local Stewardship.” Experts, researchers and community representatives are expected to explore ways to enhance environmental protection and wildlife stewardship. On Tuesday, events driven by the Kenya Tourism Board will highlight destination marketing efforts, domestic tourism growth strategies and Kenya’s evolving global tourism brand.

Throughout the week, exhibitions, panel discussions and demonstrations will showcase the country’s achievements in conservation, eco-tourism, cultural heritage and the growing Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is scheduled to deliver a keynote address, underscoring the government’s commitment to tourism-led development.

A major highlight of the week will be the expanded Tourism and MICE Expo, which will bring together hospitality businesses, county tourism boards, conservation organisations and international delegates to explore new investment opportunities. Officials say the rapidly growing MICE industry continues to elevate Kenya as a leading regional hub for global conferences, generating employment and boosting economic growth.

To attract more young people, the programme includes youth hiking activities and showcases featuring contemporary Kenyan music. On Friday, families will be treated to a special fun day at KICC after the national ceremony at Uhuru Gardens, creating an opportunity for Kenyans to experience the country’s cultural offerings in an interactive setting.

Miano said this year’s Jamhuri Week is designed to immerse both Kenyans and international visitors in the country’s beauty, diversity and creativity. She noted that the celebrations pay tribute to tourism’s role in shaping Kenya’s identity and its importance to the nation’s economic future. By dedicating Jamhuri Week to tourism, the government aims to reaffirm the sector as a pillar of national development while encouraging Kenyans to promote and protect their heritage.

Thousands of participants are expected to attend the events as the country marks 62 years of independence.

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Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has announced Monday December 13, 2021 as public holiday.

This is by dint of Jamhuri Day falling on a Sunday.

Matiang’i in a statement to newsrooms said the government will hold the celebrations on the said day but the country will have a holiday on Monday in line with the Constitution.

He noted that this will be in line with the provisions of Sections 2 and 4 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap 110).

“This day bears profound historical significance as it marks the attainment of Kenya’s independence and the birth of the Republic. All citizens are encouraged to honour and celebrate this day in a manner that promotes unity, national cohesion and economic progress in the country,” the statement read.

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Interior Principal Secretary Dr Karanja Kibicho has made a major changes on this year’s Jamhuri day celebrations.

In a notice addressed to all Regional Commissioners, PS Kibicho directed that the December 12 event will only be celebrated at the Nyayo National stadium.

According to PS Kibicho, there will be no any other celebrations that will be marked in any place across the country, apart from the Nyayo Stadium event.

The event that will be presided over by President Uhuru Kenyatta will run from 8am, with a live broadcast.

The changes come as a result of Covid-19 pandemic. According to PS Kibicho, inviting people for the Jamhuri Day celebrations will not be possible, to aid observing of the health protocols that were issued by the government.

Kenyans have been urged to follow the event on Televisions, radio and social media platforms.

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As Kenya marks 56 years of freedom, Raila Amollo Odinga-led Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is mourning.

The party has lost one of their sitting Member of County Assembly (MCA).

Through its official twitter account, the party has announced the passing on of Hon. Anastanzia Wakesho, their Special Elect (Nominated) MCA serving at the County Assembly of Taita Taveta .

“Rest In Peace Hon. Anastanzia Wakesho. We shall miss you,” ODM tweeted.

ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has described Wakesho as a dedicated, determined leader and a true servant who had portrayed her willingness to serve the people of Taita Taveta county from the bottom of her heart.

“On this Jamhuri Day, we mourn to demise (early today) of Hon. Anastacia Wakesho Mombo, our Special Elect (Nominated) MCA serving at the County Assembly of Taita Taveta. As a party, we have lost a dedicated leader, women leader & people’s servant. May her Soul RIP,” Sifuna tweeted.

The same message was tweeted by ODM.

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It is now no secret! Elgeyo Marakwet senator Kipchumba Murkomen has been facing embarrassment in public not less than once.

Just a few weeks ago, we show the majority leader being heckled at Bomas of Kenya in from of President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy dr William Ruto as he tried to complain on the way Suna East MP Hon Junet Mohammed was running the BBI report launch program.

On Wednesday 11 December, 2019, chief magistrate Douglas Ogoti did it again as he schooled Murkomen in court during the bail ruling of Nairobi governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko whom Murkomen was representing.

Murkomen indeed had a hard time to explain why he had brought sick Sonko in the court.

And just a day after that embarrassment from Ogoti, Prresident Kenyatta did it himself by condemning those professionals in public service representing private sector, terming it conflict of interest.

The head of state ordered the Attorney General to come up with a bill that will help solve the conflict of interest from public servants.

Just few minutes after presidents order, ODM party Secretary General Edwin Sifuna was at Murkomen’s neck again, blasting him for what he claimed as Murkomen having broken the law profession.

Sifuna’s comment came after a twitter user complained that Siaya Senator James Orengo has been appearing in courts but no issue had been raised. But Sifuna believes that the “level of ignorance of the law displayed by Murkomen and his Makueni counterpart Mutula Kilonzo Jr” that has caused all these problems.

“It is the shocking level of ignorance of the law displayed by those two characters that has caused all these problems. @orengo_james has never brought such anxiety with his appearances. He largely goes to court to teach the law. Murkomen broke the profession,” Sifuna posted.

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President Uhuru Kenyatta on Thursday talked tough against professionals in public service in what looked like a direct attack on Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumb Murkomen and his Makueni counterpart Senator Mutula Kilonzo Junior.

Speaking a day after the duo represented Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko in a graft case, the head of state wants all professionals in public service to forego private practice.

The president during 56th Jamhuri day celebrations at Nyayo stadium ordered Attorney General (AG) Paul Kihara Kariuki to have the Conflict of Interest Bill forwarded to National Assembly in what appears to be a response to Murkomen and Kilonzo Jnr representing Mike Sonko at Milimani Law Courts.

“You either serve the public in the role you signed up for or you serve the republic as a private practitioner. It is a profound conflict of interest to do both,” said President Kenyatta.

Siaya Senator James Orengo has also represented various graft convicts in court, including governors such as Migori’s Okoth Obado.

Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo and Makueni’s Dan Maanzo have also been in courts representing various people in different cases.

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