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Low turnout marks Madaraka Day celebrations in counties

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir before the Senate's Committee on Roads, Housing and Transportation in regards to evictions arising from the demolitions of Buxton estate, Mvita constituency, Mombasa county. April 17th, 2025. (Elvis Ogina, Standard)

Low turnout, outcry over rising insecurity, and calls for political tolerance highlighted this year’s Madaraka Day celebrations in the 47 counties across the country.

A spot check established that most Kenyans and elected leaders, including a section of the governors, gave the celebration a wide berth.

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