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Jamhuri (Kenya Independence Day) December 12 The biggest of the national holidays in Kenya, Jamhuri is observed to commemorate the full independence of Kenya from the British in 1963. A year later, the country became a republic with Jomo Kenyatta (c. 1894-1978) the first president. The day is celebrated nationwide but with special events in Nairobi—speeches by the president and other officials, parades, fireworks, and ngomas (dances) performed in public plazas. CONTACTS: Embassy of the Republic of Kenya 2249 R St. N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008 202-387-6101; fax: 202-462-3829 www.kenyaembassy.com SOURCES: AnnivHol-2000, p. 206 NatlHolWrld-1968, p. 226 Celebration day: Dec 12 Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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