Happy New Year! 2023 is finally here, and Kenyans across the country were no doubt eagerly waiting for it.

Fireworks decorated many celebrations across major towns in the country where Kenyans had kept vigil waiting for the year.

Most of the religious centres and entertainment joints were fully packed to the brim as Kenyans pitched tents to usher in the new year in a style of their choice.

And as the clock ticked towards the new year, Kenyans were on their feet ready to celebrate marking the new year.

Top Nairobi buildings such as KICC and UAP Old Mutual Towers stole the show with state-of-the-art fireworks designed to celebrate 2023.

President William Ruto and a host of leaders were in Mombasa State House where they held a brief religious function to pray and welcome the new year.