In Pictures: How Kenyans celebrated Christmas

Kenyans across the country are marking Christmas Day with various celebrations.

Armshield International peace Champions Director Amisi Oyunge leads human rights defenders in ceremony at Mwalimu Hotel in Kisii town to celebrate Christmas with the Nubian community.[Sammy Omingo, Standard]

Following tradition, some Christian faithful attended church services on Christmas Eve to give thanks and commemorate the birth of Christ.

A Mombasa resident grilling meat for Christmas.[Maarufu Mohamed, Standard]

Leaders joined in the festivities, distributing food to street families and other community members.

Kisumu Central Member of Parliament Joshua Odongo Oron (in a Christmas Marvin) leads street children in Christmas Celebrations at the Central Square in Kisumu city. [Clinton Ambujo, Standard]

Kisumu residents ligning up for christmas food.[Clinton Ambujo, Standar]

A spot check by The Standard across the country revealed a festive atmosphere, with major towns bustling with activity in entertainment venues and restaurants.

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Parents buy gifts and balloons for their children in Migori town, Migori County, during Christmas celebrations. [ Anne Atieno,Standard]

Children swim at a hotel in Migori town during Christmas celebrations. [Anne Atieno,Migori]

Despite the celebrations, some business owners reported lower sales compared to previous years, citing a subdued holiday shopping season.
President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kinduke on the other hand joined faithful at AIC Olpisiai in Narok to celebrate the day.

President William Ruto and Firstlady during a church service at Olpisiai Africa Inland Church (A.I.C) in Kilgoris, Narok County.

St. Andrew's Church choir sing christmass carols during Ushering in of the christmass eve in Nairobi. [David Gichuru,Standard]