Mombasa Welcomes 2026 in Culture

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Mombasa welcomed 2026 with vibrant beach fireworks and night-long church vigils, as residents and visitors marked the New Year with celebration and prayer. Hotels and entertainment venues along the coast hosted large crowds for fireworks displays, music, and festivities, while churches held solemn vigils focused on gratitude, peace, and hope. The celebrations reflected the city’s rich cultural blend of leisure, faith, and community, reinforcing Mombasa’s identity as a leading coastal tourism and cultural destination.