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2002 in Kenya

Explore 3 historical events and records for Kenya in 2002.

Historical records for Kenya in 2002

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Election

Moi, Gideon · Baringo · Government / Kenya African National Union (KANU)

After his father retired from politics in 2002, he ran for Baringo Central Constituency which had been previously held by his father since 1955. He represented the people of Baringo Central for one term, 2002-2007

Kibaki Presidential Inauguration

Kibaki, Mwai · Nairobi · President of Kenya · Government / Government of Kenya

Mwai Kibaki took the oath of office following the National Rainbow Coalition victory in the December general election.

Moi Leaves Office

Moi, Daniel Toroitich arap · Nairobi · President of Kenya · Government / Government of Kenya

Moi handed power to Mwai Kibaki after the opposition defeated KANU, marking Kenyas first transition between rival parties.

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