Jomo Kenyatta (with fly-whisk) during Madaraka Day Celebrations, June 1978. [File, Standard] Choral music – patriotic choral music in particular – is a significant genre in Kenya’s political history.

Kenya is marking 60 years since its independence from British colonial rule on December 12, 1963. Each year, the country celebrates the occasion with a national holiday, Jamhuri Day. And for much of ...

Teacher Training colleges yesterday battled it out for the best vocals in 'Tushangilie Kenya', one of the country's most famous patriotic songs. Composed 34 years ago by Thomas Wesonga, the song made ...