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President William Ruto at the Mashujaa Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens on October 20, 2022. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]
The government has confirmed that this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations will proceed as planned on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County, despite the nation being in mourning following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
In a statement issued by Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, the State said it continues to mourn the loss of the late Odinga, describing him as a great hero and statesman whose indomitable spirit shaped Kenya’s national journey.
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