Govt Declares Monday a Public Holiday

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Interior Cabinet Secretary, Fred Matiang’i has declared Monday, 13th December, a public holiday.

In a statement issued on Thursday, 9th December CS Matiang’i, stated that since Jamhuri Day will fall on Sunday, 12th December, the government will hold the celebrations on the said day but the country will have a holiday on Monday in line with the Constitution.

“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,” read the statement.

The CS encouraged all citizens to honour and celebrate this day in a manner that promotes unity, national cohesion and economic progress in the country.

“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,” said Matiang’i.

This year’s celebrations will be held at the newly revamped Uhuru Gardens along Langata Road on 12th December.

Only 11,000 guests will be allowed in. No parallel celebrations will be held in the counties during this year’s celebration due to Covid-19 measures.

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