Jamuhuri Day celebrations: A cultural extravaganza across Garissa, Wajir, Tana River, and Lodwar

Jamuhuri Day celebrations: A cultural extravaganza across Garissa, Wajir, Tana River, and Lodwar

The public was delighted by the innovative presentation of Iftin dancers, who used dance and poetry to convey their message to Governor Nathif Jama about unfulfilled pledges of support.

The public was delighted by the innovative presentation of Iftin dancers, who used dance and poetry to convey their message to Governor Nathif Jama about unfulfilled pledges of support. The performance added a light-hearted moment to the occasion. Other performers included Somali Saar Lugeed dancers, Dhanto dance groups, and the National Youth Service band.

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama joins dancers during an entertainment session.

In Wajir County, traditional dance groups entertained the crowd at Wajir Stadium as they gathered to mark the day. The renowned Balaqley dance, performed by a group of youth and elderly men, filled the stadium with joy, with women ululating in celebration.

Wajir dancers.

Tana River County witnessed a showcase of rich cultural heritage as Pokomo, Oromo, and Somali traditional dancers, adorned in their traditional regalia, performed at Garsen High School's playground in Tana Delta.

Dancers in Wajir.

At Moi Gardens in Lodwar, hundreds of residents enjoyed traditional Turkana dances. The event was graced by distinguished guests, including Turkana Governor Jetemiah Lomorukai, Turkana Central MP Emathe Namuar, County Commissioner Jacob Ouma, and Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus."

Dancers in Lodwar as Turkana County joined the rest of Kenyans in marking Jamuhuri Day.

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