US Ambassador to Kenya Robert Godec at past. [Photo/US Embassy Nairobi]The US Embassy in Nairobi has been closed.Through its social media account, the Embassy said they had closed offices in recognition of Jamhuri Day, a holiday where Kenyans celebrate independence.The annual December 12 event marks Kenya's 54 years of independence during the 2017 celebrations, since 1964."We are closed today in recognition of Kenya’s 54 years of independence. Happy Jamhuri Day to all Kenyans!" read the Embassy message on Tuesday morning.President Uhuru Kenyatta would lead the celebrations in Kenya's capital city, Nairobi.

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