This archive report was first published on 5 August 2019.
On August 5, 2019, President Uhuru Kenyatta received a unique gift at State House, Nairobi - four peacocks from his Tanzanian counterpart, President John Pombe Magufuli.
The ornamental birds were delivered by Tanzania High Commissioner to Kenya, Dr Pindi Hazara Chana, who also conveyed a goodwill message from President Magufuli.
According to President Magufuli, the gift was a sign of deep respect and appreciation for President Kenyatta, who had recently visited Tanzania privately.
Speaking while receiving the birds, President Kenyatta expressed his gratitude and appreciation to President Magufuli, saying the birds symbolized the values of love, unity, and brotherhood that exist between the people of the two countries.
“On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Kenya, I receive this special gift. This is in the spirit of brotherhood and friendship of the East African residents,” the President said.
He emphasized that Kenya views Tanzania not just as a neighbor but as a sister republic with a shared aspiration of a prosperous region.
President Kenyatta assured the Tanzanian delegation that Kenya would ensure the four peacocks received great care to ensure the pride grows.
Present during the event were several high-ranking government officials, including Health CS Sicily Kariuki and National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi.
