[PHOTOS] Roses, lilies as Kenyans celebrate Valentine's Day

From single stalks to full bouquets, lovers have been purchasing flowers since early Friday morning.

by SHARON MWENDE

News14 February 2025 - 12:44

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Several florists, including Wema Florists, Wamura Florists and Dalematt Flowers, have set up stalls to meet the demand.
At the market, people can be seen carrying flowers, with hawkers beaming with pride at the day's early success.

Flowers on display during Valentine's Day Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY

Kenyans have turned out in large numbers to ensure their partners feel appreciated, buying flowers and gifts to mark Valentine’s Day.

This is evident at Nairobi's City Market, which is adorned with roses, lilies and a variety of other flowers.

Several florists, including Wema Florists, Wamura Florists and Dalematt Flowers, have set up stalls to meet the demand.

At the market, people can be seen carrying flowers, with hawkers beaming with pride at the day's early success.

From single stalks to full bouquets, lovers have been purchasing flowers since early Friday morning.

Many are also stopping to pose for photos, proudly displaying their floral gifts.

The atmosphere is filled with excitement, as couples and friends come together to celebrate the spirit of love.

Valentine’s Day, a celebration whose origins remain steeped in mystery, is observed annually on February 14.

It is a day filled with love, memories and the exchange of gifts, making it a special occasion that unites people in expressing affection and appreciation for one another.

A vendor Aplonse Kitenzi during the Valentines Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY

Dalematt Flower director Daniel Kioi during the Valentines Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY

A vendor during the Valentines Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY

Flower display in Spring Valley flower vendor on February 14, 2025/Tracy Muthoni

Florist Caroline Thairu (left)and Gladly Thairu (right) preparing valentine flowers for sale at Spring Valley on February 14, 2025/ Tracy Muthoni

Vendor Mercy Wangare showcasing her display during the Valentine's Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY

A vendor during the Valentine's Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY

Wama Flourist director Rosemary Kivuta cutting flower branches during the Valentine's Celebrations at City Market, on February 14, 2025./DOUGLAS OKIDDY