Catholic faithful from Holy Family Basilica have taken to the streets of Nairobi on April 3, 2026, to observe Good Friday, participating in processions that retraced the Way of the Cross.
The event saw worshippers march along key city roads, including Parliament Road and Haile Selassie Avenue, demonstrating devotion and reflecting on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Holy Family Basilica’s Father Michael Ndichu and Nairobi Catholic Diocese Archbishop Philip Anyolo led the processions, carrying the cross as part of the solemn ceremony.
At various points, participants enacted the Way of the Cross, drawing attention from onlookers and engaging the community in prayer and contemplation.
The processions attracted men, women, and children from across the city, highlighting Nairobi’s vibrant Christian traditions.
Organisers urged participants to maintain order and observe safety protocols during the marches.
The event marked one of the key moments in the Holy Week celebrations, with churches across the city also holding masses and other devotional activities.
Christian faithful during a procession to mark Good Friday along Parliament Road, Nairobi on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Christians enacting the Way of the Cross during a procession to mark Good Friday at the Holy Family Basilica church, Nairobi, on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Holy Family Basilica church Father Michael Ndichu and Nairobi Catholic Diocese Archbishop Philip Anyolo carry the cross as they lead Christians during a procession to mark Good Friday along Parliament Road, Nairobi on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Christians enacting the Way of the Cross during a procession to mark Good Friday at the Holy Family Basilica church, Nairobi, on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Christians enacting the Way of the Cross during a procession to mark Good Friday at the Holy Family Basilica church, Nairobi, on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Christians enacting the Way of the Cross during a procession to mark Good Friday at the Holy Family Basilica church, Nairobi, on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Christians march during a procession to mark Good Friday along Parliament Road, Nairobi on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Holy Family Basilica church Father Michael Ndichu and Nairobi Catholic diocese archbishop Philip Anyolo carry the cross as they lead Christians during a procession to mark Good Friday along Parliament Road, Nairobi on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Holy Family Basilica church Father Michael Ndichu and Nairobi Catholic diocese archbishop Philip Anyolo carry the cross as they lead Christians during a procession to mark Good Friday along Parliament Road, Nairobi on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
Nairobi Catholic diocese archbishop Philip Anyolo and Holy Family Basilica church Father Michael Ndichu during a procession to mark Good Friday along Parliament Road, Nairobi on April 3, 2026/LEAH MUKANGAI
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