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Ruto to consider gazetting Diwali as a public holiday

By Mate Tongola | 1yr ago
President William Ruto hosts Diwali celebrations at State House, Nairobi on October 30, 2024. [PCS]

President William Ruto has suggested that Diwali could soon be gazetted as a public holiday.

Speaking during the Diwali celebrations held at State House, Nairobi, Ruto revealed he has received many requests to make the festival an official holiday.

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