The Nairobi Festival is well underway.
It is one of the campaign promises made by Governor Sakaja Johnson.
The Nairobi Festival which takes place from 12th December 2022 to 17th December 2022 is meant to help put Nairobi in the map as a cultural and tourist city.
The Governor pointed out that the fete would be held every December to display and celebrate the “vibe of the city”.
Over 50 artists will have graced it by the time this year’s festivities come to an end.
Today is the second day.
The governor said that the county’s entertainment and Innovation will be celebrated as well, adding that Nairobi is the hotbed of innovation in the region.
The governor was accompanied by Inclusivity, Public Participation and Customer Service CEC Suzanne Silantoi.
Ms Silantoi urged the residents to turn up in big numbers to enjoy the year end festival.
Media personality Shaffie Weru is the lead organiser of the festival
“From December 12, after Jamuhuri day, we will open the festival. We have three main stages, while other sporting activities will be happening at Central Park,” Shaffie said.
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“We have over 50 signed artists who will be on stage across the week. Our main acts will be on stage from Friday, December 16 and also on Saturday,” he added.
“We have over 35 DJs, from the city. We have given priority to the people from Nairobi city only, if you spot an artiste and you think they are from a different county it is because they move, and they have relocated in Nairobi.”
Mr Shaffie added that being the first-ever festival organised by the county government, a lot has been put in place to attract both local and international fans.
“We assure you this is a first and we expect a lot to happen, we expect big numbers. I can tell everyone in Nairobi to come and enjoy. It is going to be what you see in other big concerts brought to you by the county for absolutely nothing.”
He said that some of the hosts are from the comedy fraternity adding that comedy will also be featured in the festival.