Every year on June 1, Kenya proudly celebrates Madaraka Day, a historic occasion that commemorates the attainment of internal self-rule in 1963. The word Madaraka, derived from Kiswahili, means power, authority, or self-governance. It symbolizes the moment when Kenyans assumed control of their internal affairs after decades of colonial domination. Yet the significance of Madaraka … Continue reading Rekindling Spirit of Madaraka Day: Tribute to Kenya’s Heroes and Heroines