Christmas Day in Kenya ― Date, History, and Details

Christmas Day in Kenya

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History of Christmas Day in Kenya and How to Celebrate/ Observe It

Christmas in Kenya is celebrated on December 25th and is a national holiday. The day commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and is a time for family, friends and feasting. Many people attend church services and exchange gifts. A traditional Kenyan Christmas meal often includes roasted meat, ugali (a type of cornmeal porridge), vegetables and fruit.