Madaraka Day | |
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Also called | Madaraka |
Observed by | Kenya |
Significance | Celebrates Kenya attaining internal self rule |
Celebrations | Festivals |
Date | 1 June |
Next time | 1 June 2025 |
Frequency | annual |
Related to | Independence of Kenya |
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