Kenya celebrated 59 years of independence from British colonial rule on Monday (Dec. 12).

Kenya’s fifth president, William Ruto, paid homage to those that helped free Kenya from British colonialism practically six a long time in the past as heroic defenders of the nation’s “sovereignty”.

Talking in Nairobi, Ruto mentioned independence had introduced many achievements and far progress to the nation.

“The sixth decade of our independence, we will proudly cite many achievements and spectacular progress made by way of our personal constant efforts as proof that our freedom battle was neither an empty political journey nor a reactionary born of idle resentment,” he mentioned.

“We collect as a nation to commune with our forefathers who had been lengthy struggling harmless victims of imperial plunder and colonial oppression, but additionally heroic defenders of inalienable sovereignty and valiant fighters of our freedom,” he added.

Ruto mentioned Kenya was constant in peacekeeping missions to make sure safety and stability in Africa.

“We’re pleased with Kenya’s constant file of management to advance the reason for peace, cohesion , safety and stability in our area. Below numerous regional and continental frameworks and with the assist of worldwide companions, we’re deploying our place as a regional anchor state for the good thing about our neighbours and area,” Ruto mentioned.