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Mulala H.G.M from Eastern rehearses their item during the National music festival at Kibabii University in Bungoma. [Standard-Benjamin Sakwa]
Leadership skills came to the fore on day one at the 2026 National Kenya Music Festival, as young learners demonstrated that music, dance can also shape future leaders by teaching teamwork, responsibility, communication and confidence from an early age.
While audiences were treated to colourful cultural displays, instrumental performances and traditional dances, the festival's greatest lesson was nurturing leadership skills among children.
Individual excellence was seen through classical instrumental music by Clare Waridi Mwema from Moi Education Centre Nairobi after showcasing remarkable talent in the Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass Intermediate Own Choice category for primary schools.
