Here are some historical events that happened in kisumu on this day in history
1. 1901: The establishment of Kisumu as a railway terminus. The completion of the Uganda Railway reached Kisumu, promoting trade and settlement in the region.
2. 1952: The opening of the Kisumu port as a significant transport hub for goods and passengers, enhancing the city’s role in regional commerce.
3. 1963: Kisumu hosted the inaugural regional conference on education, bringing together education stakeholders from across East Africa to discuss strategies for improving educational standards.
4. 1978: The launch of various community development programs aimed at improving healthcare and sanitation in Kisumu, addressing the challenges faced by residents in the wake of urbanization.
5. 1990: The founding of Kisumu Polytechnic, which has since become an important institution for technical and vocational training in the region.
6. 2005: The introduction of major infrastructural projects aimed at improving road access and connectivity in and around Kisumu, paving the way for economic growth.
7. 2012: The launch of Kisumu County’s first comprehensive development plan post-devolution, aimed at addressing various socio-economic challenges.
8. 2018: Kisumu hosted the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) conference, focusing on regional integration and development, bringing together leaders from various counties.