Crowds flock to Homa Bay for 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations

Hundreds of Kenyans who are attending this year's 62 Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay County. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]

Hundreds of Kenyans have filled the newly commissioned Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay County ahead of the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations, marking a historic first for the region.

The 12,000-seater stadium, which has been the focus of national attention in recent days, was nearly full by press time, with our reporter on the ground indicating that some attendees began arriving as early as 5 a.m. to secure seats.