The Kenya national anthem, “Ee Mungu Nguvu Yetu” (O God of All Creation), celebrates the unity, freedom, and national pride of the Kenyan nation. Below are the original lyrics in Swahili and their English translation.
Additional Information
- Anthem Name: Ee Mungu Nguvu Yetu (O God of All Creation)
- Written Date: 1963
- Lyricist: Collective
- Composer: Collective
- Official Adoption Date: 1963
Original Lyrics in Swahili
Ee Mungu nguvu yetu,
Ilete baraka kwetu,
Haki iwe ngao na mlinzi,
Natukae na undugu,
Amani na uhuru,
Raha tupate na ustawi.
Amkeni ndugu zetu,
Tufanye sote bidii,
Nasi tujitoe kwa nguvu,
Nchi yetu ya Kenya,
Tunayoipenda,
Tuwe tayari kuilinda.
Chorus:
Natujenge taifa letu,
Ee, ndiyo wajibu wetu,
Kenya istahili heshima,
Tuungane mikono,
Pamoja kazini,
Kila siku tuwe na shukrani.
English Translation of the Lyrics
Here is the Kenya national anthem English version. “Ee Mungu Nguvu Yetu” reflects the pride and unity of Kenya. Below is the English translation of the lyrics.
O God of all creation,
Bless this our land and nation,
Justice be our shield and defender,
May we dwell in unity,
Peace and liberty,
Plenty be found within our borders.
Let one and all arise,
With hearts both strong and true,
Service be our earnest endeavor,
And our homeland of Kenya,
Heritage of splendor,
Firm may we stand to defend.
Chorus:
Let all with one accord,
In common bond united,
Build this our nation together,
And the glory of Kenya,
The fruit of our labor,
Fill every heart with thanksgiving.
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