Kenya marked 50 years of independence on Thursday 12th December
10 heads of state were in attendance
The celebrations began on Wednesday night as the President re-enacted the hoisting of the flag 50 years ago.
On Thursday, more than 10 regional heads of states and government joined thousands of Kenyans who braved mid-morning rains to celebrate 50 years of independence.
Our reporter, Maria Galang, covered the day’s pomp and colour
From the dancers & drummers who were preparing to perform
Even the plants were dressed in the flag #KenyaAt50 @cctvnewsafrica pic.twitter.com/P5KVJlmobP
— mariagalang (@MariaKGalang) December 12, 2013
Maria was even able to catch up with a Mau Mau freedom fighter
Mau Mau freedom fighter Nyota Gathiga Njama #KenyaAt50 @cctvnewsafrica pic.twitter.com/8xxWB6HhsS
— mariagalang (@MariaKGalang) December 12, 2013
Despite this momentous occasion, Kenyans still hope for a better future.
