Kenya's capital, Nairobi, lights up to welcome 2026
Kenya kicked off 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display in Nairobi, as citizens gathered to welcome the New Year with hopes for a brighter future.
Jefferson Kahinju and Mussab Al-Khairalla
1 January 2026 at 13:50:44
Kenya rings in 2026 with a vibrant New Year’s fireworks display over Nairobi, as citizens hope for a brighter year ahead.
Monicah Mwangi
Kenya welcomed in the new year in the early moments of Thursday (January 1) with a fireworks display in the capital near Nairobi's Old Mutual Tower.
Late on Wednesday, Kenyans waiting around late into New Years Eve for the upcoming festivities voiced their hopes for a better 2026 for themselves and their country.
-Jefferson Kahinju and Mussab Al-Khairalla
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