• About Us
  • Archives
  • SWG Registration
Samrack Media
Mahiga Homes
  • Home
  • ALL NEWS
  • Diaspora
  • Africa
    • AFRICA
    • KENYA
  • BUSINESS
    • BUSINESS
    • INVESTMENTS
    • REAL ESTATE
    • TECHNOLOGY
  • Politics
  • Health
    • HEALTH
    • EDUCATION
  • Religion
  • People
    • PEOPLE
    • LIFESTYLE
    • RELATIONSHIPS
  • Obituaries
  • Videos
  • Events
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • ALL NEWS
  • Diaspora
  • Africa
    • AFRICA
    • KENYA
  • BUSINESS
    • BUSINESS
    • INVESTMENTS
    • REAL ESTATE
    • TECHNOLOGY
  • Politics
  • Health
    • HEALTH
    • EDUCATION
  • Religion
  • People
    • PEOPLE
    • LIFESTYLE
    • RELATIONSHIPS
  • Obituaries
  • Videos
  • Events
No Result
View All Result
Samrack Media
No Result
View All Result

How Kenyans ushered in the New Year

samrack by samrack
January 1, 2017
in 2016, Africa, Diaspora, Kenya, Kenya Diaspora News, News, People, U.S Diaspora
A A
0
How Kenyans ushered in the New Year
Share this
FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppLinkedIn
Deputy President William Ruto, his wife Rachel and other leaders dance during the Pamoja concert at the Eldoret Sports Club in Uasin Gishu County to usher in the New Year on December 31, 2016. PHOTO | DPPS

How Kenyans ushered in the New Year 2017

Kenyans gathered at various venues across the country to welcome 2017.

Fireworks lit the sky at Kenyatta International Convention Centre, where hundreds had gathered to celebrate.

President Uhuru Kenyatta conveyed a New Year message to all Kenyans, challenging them to take stock of last year.

“We must be able to remember where we have come from and how much we have achieved even as we continue to urgently undertake a process of transformation during this generation and the ones to come,” President Kenyatta said.

Fireworks at Kenyatta International Convention

Fireworks at Kenyatta International Convention Centre on January 1, 2017 during New Year celebrations. PHOTO | DENNIS ONSONGO | NATION MEDIA GROUP

He also used the opportunity to appeal to Kenyans to consider him for another term so he can complete his development agenda.

He said elections will be held in August and reiterated his commitment to ensuring the polls are free of violence besides being free, fair and transparent.

President Kenyatta appealed to Kenyans to be peaceful and to all leaders to preach peace during the campaigns.

Deputy President William Ruto, his wife Rachel

Deputy President William Ruto, his wife Rachel and other leaders dance during the Pamoja concert at the Eldoret Sports Club to usher in the New Year on December 31, 2016. PHOTO | JARED NYATAYA | NATION MEDIA GROUP

Deputy President William Ruto joined thousands of Kenyans at the Eldoret Sports Club in Uasin Gishu County for the Pamoja concert to usher in the New Year.

“As we usher in 2017, we must remind ourselves that God has given us a great country. It is our responsibility to ensure that we preach peaceful co-existence and unity among Kenyans,” he said.

Hundreds of revellers who turned up for the

Hundreds of revellers who turned up for the Pamoja concert at the Eldoret Sports Club in Uasin Gishu County to usher in the New Year on December 31, 2016. PHOTO | JARED NYATAYA | NATION MEDIA GROUP

Mr Ruto called for unity of purpose among citizens.

“We should embrace peace, tolerance and understanding, 2017 being an election year. I expect that Kenyans will renew the mandate of the Jubilee administration as we realise more transformation. I hope that Kenyans exercise their right to vote and that no matter the results, we put the country first,” he said.

Revellers celebrate as they usher in the New

Revellers celebrate as they usher in the New Year at the Naromoru River Lodge in Nyeri County on January 1, 2017. PHOTO | JOSEPH KANYI | NATION MEDIA GROUP

Mr Ruto also asked Kenyans to work towards a society they could share and be proud of.

“We are involved in the same enterprise, which is to create a better nation. It is this kind of consciousness that makes sense of the work we do as individuals and with others. It makes our competition more sensible and less acrimonious. It is the path to a better society,” he said.

Kisii County Governor James Ongwae cuts a cake

Kisii County Governor James Ongwae cuts a cake to usher in the New Year during a celebration at Gusii Stadium on January 1, 2017. PHOTO | AGGREY OMBOKI | NATION MEDIA GROUP

In Kisii County, Governor James Ongwae joined residents to usher in the New Year at Gusii Stadium.

Residents in Nyeri County also gathered at various spots to bid goodbye to 2016.

Some were at the Naromoru River Lodge, where they were entertained by traditional dancers as they waited to usher in 2017.

There was song and dance as the clock hit midnight.

A praise and worship team lead the faithful at

A praise and worship team lead the faithful at Great Gospel Visioners Church in Meru town as they usher in the new year on January 1 2017. PHOTO | PHOEBE OKALL | NATION MEDIA GROUP

Faithful at Prayers Beyond Boundaries Ministries in Ngara in Nairobi held a service to usher in the New Year during which they prayed for the country and peaceful elections.

Faithful pray at Prayers Beyond Boundaries

Faithful pray at Prayers Beyond Boundaries Ministries at Ngara in Nairobi on January 1,2017 during the New Year celebrations. PHOTO | EVANS HABIL | NATION MEDIA GROUP

Source: Daily Nation

Tags: How Kenyans ushered in the New Year 2017
Previous Post

Kenyan Woman in Atlanta Dies Shortly after Giving Birth to Twins

Next Post

Farmer joins millionaire’s club with Sh100m jackpot win

Related Posts

Kenya Airways Subsidiary Fahari Aviation To Receive Embraer Eve eVTOL Aircraft From 2026
Business

Kenya Airways Subsidiary Fahari Aviation To Receive Embraer Eve eVTOL Aircraft From 2026

June 22, 2022
Kenyan Nurse Given a Three-story Home in Lebanon, Pennsylvania After Volunteer Work
Diaspora

Kenyan Nurse Given a Three-story Home in Lebanon, Pennsylvania After Volunteer Work

June 22, 2022
Uhuru’s Daughter Ngina Kenyatta Ties the Knot in a Traditional Wedding Ceremony
Diaspora

Uhuru’s Daughter Ngina Kenyatta Ties the Knot in a Traditional Wedding Ceremony

June 22, 2022
Untold Stories of How Thika Road Estates Got Their Names
Business

Untold Stories of How Thika Road Estates Got Their Names

June 22, 2022
President Uhuru Rejects To Assent Into Law ICT Bill, Opting To Send It Back To Parliament For Review
Kenya

President Uhuru Rejects To Assent Into Law ICT Bill, Opting To Send It Back To Parliament For Review

June 22, 2022
Police in Nairobi recovered 22 firearms and 565 rounds of ammunition during an auction mission on Tuesday in Kilimani suburbs, Nairobi county.
Business

Police in Nairobi recovered 22 firearms and 565 rounds of ammunition during an auction mission on Tuesday in Kilimani suburbs, Nairobi county.

June 22, 2022
Next Post
Farmer joins millionaire’s club with Sh100m jackpot win

Farmer joins millionaire's club with Sh100m jackpot win

Please login to join discussion
Job Openings Below is a list of current job openings at Northeast Clinical Services, Inc.. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply. Job Openings Below is a list of current job openings at Northeast Clinical Services, Inc.. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply. Job Openings Below is a list of current job openings at Northeast Clinical Services, Inc.. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Latest News

Kenya Airways Subsidiary Fahari Aviation To Receive Embraer Eve eVTOL Aircraft From 2026

Kenyan Nurse Given a Three-story Home in Lebanon, Pennsylvania After Volunteer Work

Uhuru’s Daughter Ngina Kenyatta Ties the Knot in a Traditional Wedding Ceremony

Untold Stories of How Thika Road Estates Got Their Names

President Uhuru Rejects To Assent Into Law ICT Bill, Opting To Send It Back To Parliament For Review

Police in Nairobi recovered 22 firearms and 565 rounds of ammunition during an auction mission on Tuesday in Kilimani suburbs, Nairobi county.

George Wajakoya’s Running mate: Who is Justina Wangui Wamae

IEBC set to make corrections to voters’ register

Kenya cannot ban Mitumba without upsetting the US,Just ask Rwanda

Transition/Death Announcement of Francis Kagumba Mwenenia (Father to Pastor Naomi Kagumba (Lowell,MA ) of St Stephen’s Church Dracut,MA

We are grateful for your monthly or one-off donations To Samrack Media: Cash App No: 781-888-8770 $SAMRACK001

Money

New Digital Skills Helps Unemployed Kenyan Youth Earn In Cryptocurrency

New Digital Skills Helps Unemployed Kenyan Youth Earn In Cryptocurrency

by samrack
November 19, 2021
0

New Digital Skills Helps Unemployed Kenyan Youth Earn In Cryptocurrency This week sees the launch of a new initiative to equip...

A simple guide to Government Bonds investing in Kenya

A simple guide to Government Bonds investing in Kenya

by samrack
September 17, 2021
0

A simple guide to Government Bonds investing in Kenya A treasury bond (T-bond) is a medium term to long term...

Politics

Police in Nairobi recovered 22 firearms and 565 rounds of ammunition during an auction mission on Tuesday in Kilimani suburbs, Nairobi county.

Police in Nairobi recovered 22 firearms and 565 rounds of ammunition during an auction mission on Tuesday in Kilimani suburbs, Nairobi county.

by samrack
June 22, 2022
0

Police in Nairobi recovered 22 firearms and 565 rounds of ammunition during an auction mission on Tuesday in Kilimani suburbs,...

George Wajakoya’s Running mate: Who is Justina Wangui Wamae

George Wajakoya’s Running mate: Who is Justina Wangui Wamae

by samrack
June 9, 2022
0

She has risen to prominence, following her selection as a running mate for one of the only four presidential candidates...

  • About Us
  • Archives
  • SWG Registration

© 2021 SAMRACK - Diaspora News & Updates; design by: Samrack.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • ALL NEWS
  • Diaspora
  • Africa
    • AFRICA
    • KENYA
  • BUSINESS
    • BUSINESS
    • INVESTMENTS
    • REAL ESTATE
    • TECHNOLOGY
  • Politics
  • Health
    • HEALTH
    • EDUCATION
  • Religion
  • People
    • PEOPLE
    • LIFESTYLE
    • RELATIONSHIPS
  • Obituaries
  • Videos
  • Events

© 2021 SAMRACK - Diaspora News & Updates; design by: Samrack.

Page generated in 0.878 seconds. Stats plugin by www.blog.ca