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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Kenyan President William Ruto delivers a speech at a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Soldiers attend a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

A helicopter carrying a banner flies over Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Kenyan President William Ruto inspects the guard of honor during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Soldiers attend a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

A military band attends a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama delivers a speech at a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Soldiers attend a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Yang Guang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Soldiers attend a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Soldiers attend a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

People attend a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Soldiers attend a parade during a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

Kenyan President William Ruto waves to the crowd at a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Celebration for the 62nd Anniversary of Kenya's Independence - Nairobi

People attend a celebration for the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence in Nairobi, Kenya, Dec. 12, 2025. A celebration marking the 62nd anniversary of Kenya's independence was held at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya gained independence from Britain on Dec. 12, 1963. Photo by Han Xu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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KENYA-NAIROBI-TALANTA SPORTS CITY-GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

(24031) -- NAIROBI, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto (L) participates in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya, March 1, 2024. Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chinese-built Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Situated at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi, the Talanta Sports City will have a 60,000-seat FIFA standard professional football stadium to be constructed by China Road and Bridge Corporation. The project is slated for completion by the end of 2025 and will serve as a main venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-TALANTA SPORTS CITY-GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

(24031) -- NAIROBI, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Ababu Namwamba, Kenya's cabinet secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, addresses the groundbreaking ceremony for the Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya, March 1, 2024. Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chinese-built Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Situated at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi, the Talanta Sports City will have a 60,000-seat FIFA standard professional football stadium to be constructed by China Road and Bridge Corporation. The project is slated for completion by the end of 2025 and will serve as a main venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-TALANTA SPORTS CITY-GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

(24031) -- NAIROBI, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto addresses the groundbreaking ceremony for the Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya, March 1, 2024. Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chinese-built Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Situated at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi, the Talanta Sports City will have a 60,000-seat FIFA standard professional football stadium to be constructed by China Road and Bridge Corporation. The project is slated for completion by the end of 2025 and will serve as a main venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-TALANTA SPORTS CITY-GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

(24031) -- NAIROBI, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto participates in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya, March 1, 2024. Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chinese-built Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Situated at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi, the Talanta Sports City will have a 60,000-seat FIFA standard professional football stadium to be constructed by China Road and Bridge Corporation. The project is slated for completion by the end of 2025 and will serve as a main venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-TALANTA SPORTS CITY-GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

(24031) -- NAIROBI, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on March 1, 2024 shows the construction site of the Talanta Sports City, in Nairobi, Kenya. Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chinese-built Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Situated at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi, the Talanta Sports City will have a 60,000-seat FIFA standard professional football stadium to be constructed by China Road and Bridge Corporation. The project is slated for completion by the end of 2025 and will serve as a main venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-TALANTA SPORTS CITY-GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

(24031) -- NAIROBI, March 1, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Jiao Xuxue, deputy general manager of China Road and Bridge Corporation Kenya Head Office, has an interview with Xinhua in Nairobi, Kenya, March 1, 2024. Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chinese-built Talanta Sports City in Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Situated at Jamhuri Grounds in Nairobi, the Talanta Sports City will have a 60,000-seat FIFA standard professional football stadium to be constructed by China Road and Bridge Corporation. The project is slated for completion by the end of 2025 and will serve as a main venue for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

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Kenya to abolish visa requirement for all foreign visitors beginning January

STORY: Kenya to abolish visa requirement for all foreign visitors beginning January SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 12, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:21 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: POLITICS/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of celebrations of the Independence Day and the president 2. SOUNDBITE (English): WILLIAM RUTO, Kenyan President 3. various of celebrations of the Independence Day STORYLINE: Foreign visitors to Kenya will not be required to have a visa beginning January 2024, President William Ruto announced Tuesday during the celebration of Jamhuri Day, or Independence Day, held in Nairobi, the capital. Ruto said all foreign nationals will enter the country without a visa from January next year, a move that is expected to boost tourism. SOUNDBITE (English): WILLIAM RUTO, Kenyan President "Beginning January 2024, Kenya will be a visa-free country. It shall no longer be necessary for any person from any corner of the globe to carry the burden of applying for a visa to come to Kenya." The Kenyan

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Servicemen march during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Children cheer during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Photo by Fred Mutune/Xinhua)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Soldiers march during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto (C) inspects the guard of honor during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Photo by Fred Mutune/Xinhua)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Soldiers march during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People perform during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Photo by Allan Mutiso/Xinhua)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto waves to people during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Photo by Fred Mutune/Xinhua)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto (Front) delivers a speech during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Photo by John Okoyo/Xinhua)

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KENYA-NAIROBI-INDEPENDENCE DAY-CELEBRATIONS

(231212) -- NAIROBI, Dec. 12, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People watch a helicopter with a banner writing "Happy Jamhuri @60" during celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of Kenya's independence at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya, on Dec. 12, 2023. Kenya's Jamhuri Day or Independence Day, observed on Dec. 12 each year, is one of the most important national holidays in Kenya. Kenya obtained its independence from the United Kingdom on Dec. 12, 1963. (Xinhua/Li Yahui)