Live blog: Kenyans celebrate Mashujaa Day in Kitui
The National Heroes Council chairman, Charles Wambia, said 184 individuals will be awarded in 14 heroic categories.
Kitui County is set to host the 61st national Mashujaa Day celebrations as the nation continues to mourn the death of former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, who was buried on Sunday in Bondo, Siaya County.
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye will serve as the Chief Guest at the invitation of President William Ruto.
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Over 20,000 guests are expected to attend the event at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County.
The National Heroes Council chairman, Charles Wambia, said 184 individuals will be awarded in 14 heroic categories.
Mashujaa Day, formerly known as Kenyatta Day, is one of Kenya’s key national holidays that celebrates men and women who contributed to the country’s freedom and progress.
Live: Updates
The Mashujaa Day celebrations officially begin with both the Kenyan and East African Community National Anthems.
President William Ruto arrives at the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County ahead of the start of the Mashujaa celebrations.
Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who is the chief guest, arrives at the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County ahead of the start of the Mashujaa celebrations.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki welcomes him.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki arrives at the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County ahead of the start of the Mashujaa celebrations.
Earlier, the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui was transformed and draped in the national colours ahead of Mashujaa Day celebrations.
Thousands of Kenyans waving the national flag have already arrived at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County amid songs and dance ahead of the Mashujaa celebrations.
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