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Mothers’ Day

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Second Lady Joyce Kithure urges support for women, mothers nationwide

Speaking during Mother’s Day celebrations in Karen, Second Lady Joyce Kithure urged leaders and citizens to support women through economic and social empowerment, saying it strengthens families, education and resilient communities across Kenya.

By David Abonyo 10 May 2026

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Mother's Day forgotten history

One of the earliest known Mother’s Day observances dates back to 1887 in Henderson, Kentucky, in the US, where teacher Mary Towles Sasseen organized a classroom celebration dedicated to honoring mothers.

By Samuel Otieno 10 May 2026

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Speaker Wetang'ula pays tribute to mothers

He described Kenyan mothers as the living essence of the nation’s Constitution.

By Brenda Socky 11 May 2025