Kibaki calls for unity as Catholic Church raises over Sh100m for Pope Francis’ visit

Former President Mwai Kibaki receives a dummy cheque from the chairman of the dinner committee, George Muhoho before he gave his personal donation of 2.1 million towards Pope's visit. PHOTO: JENIPHER WACHIE

NAIROBI: Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta and his predecessor Mwai Kibaki led individuals and corporates in raising at least Sh100 million to help the church pay for the logistics of Pope Francis' three-day tour to the country.

At a meeting held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre on Friday night, President Kenyatta gave his personal donation of Sh10 million, while former President Mwai Kibaki, who is also the President's godfather, gave Sh2 million.