This archive report was first published on 22 August 2019.
On August 22, 2019, President Uhuru Kenyatta declared the 41st anniversary of Mzee Kenyatta's death as the final public commemoration of his passing.
The decision was reportedly made at the wish of former First Lady Mama Ngina, who wanted to keep the event private.
According to sources, Mama Ngina's desire for a private affair was driven by her desire to avoid the event being hijacked by politicians involved in Uhuru's succession race.
Additionally, Mama Ngina's advanced age and her preference for a quiet life after President Uhuru's leadership were also cited as factors in the decision.
Mzee Kenyatta, the nation's first president, an anticolonial activist, and politician, is remembered for his leading role in the struggle for Kenya's independence.
