Interior CS Fred Matiang’i has declared that Monday, December 13 will be a public holiday. This is because Jamhuri Day falls on Sunday.
Through a statement on Thursday, Matiang’i urged Kenyans to honor and celebrate the day as required.
“In line with the provisions of Section 2 and 4 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap 110), it is hereby confirmed that 13th December 2021 will be a public holiday, by dint of Jamhuri Day falling on Sunday 12th December 2021,” reads part of the statement.
“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 honor and celebrate this day in a manner that promotes unity, national cohesion and economic progress in the country,” Matiang’i said.
President Uhuru Kenyatta will lead Kenyans in celebrating this year’s Jamhuri at Uhuru Gardens. Only 11,000 guests will attend the Sunday event.
Interior PS Karanja Kibicho said that there will be no parallel celebrations in counties to combat the spread of Covid-19 especially with the new Omicron variant.
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