President Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta, born on October 26, 1961, marked his 53rd birthday. He is the son of Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya's founding father and first president. Before entering politics, President Kenyatta worked as a teller at the Kenya Commercial Bank.
The exclusive birthday party was attended by high-profile guests, including the musical group Sauti Sol. President Kenyatta received numerous happy birthday messages, among them from Vice President William Ruto and his wife, Margaret Kenyatta.
