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If I remember correctly Kenya became independent on 12 December 1963. Although the first direct elections for native africans to the Legislative Council took place in 1957.

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What is the history of Kenya?

religions independence day national holidays and initiation ceremonies :) :) :) lol:)


What country did Kenya gain independence?

Kenya gained its independence on December 12, 1963.


What are some non religious holidays that kenya celebrates?

* Christmas on December 25 * New Years Day on January 1 * Eid-al-Fitr - Muslim holiday * Diwali - Hindu Holiday * Boxing Day on December 26 * Madaraka Day on June 1 - anniversary od self-governmen * Moi Day - October 10 after their president * Jamhuri Day - anniversary of Kenya's independence, December 12 * Kenyatta Day, named for the first president after independence, October 20


How do they celebrate indepdence day in Kenya?

They don't, independence day is a American holiday. Independence day is the day that America got there independence. Kenya is not in America, so they have no reason to celebrate that holiday. Ok 1. Kenya has it's own independence day, just like most countries. Also Called Jamhuri Day. Kenya gained it's independence from the UK on December 12, 1963. When Kenya was establishes as a Republic, Jomo Kenyatta became Kenya's president, in a year. The Kenyan African Democratic Union, a minority coalition, joined KANU in 1964. After president Kenyatta died on August 22, 1978, Vice President, Daniel Arap became interim president, and then on October 14, he was sworn into Presidency. Jamahuri Day falls on a weekend, but the following Monday may be off. They celebrate it by parading through streets and children go to statuims to watch matches, eat, and sing.


How did Kenya get its independence from Great Briton?

Kenya gained independence from Great Britain through a process that included peaceful negotiations, the formation of political parties, and a struggle for self-rule. The Mau Mau rebellion in the 1950s played a significant role in pressuring the British government to grant independence to Kenya, which was finally achieved on December 12, 1963.