Kenya 1963 Independence Issue - Cattle Ranching

Kenya · 1963 · 5c

This stamp is part of the first definitive series issued by Kenya following its independence. The design features a scene of cattle ranching, highlighting a key aspect of the nation's economy and agricultural heritage. The stamp was printed by Harrison & Sons using the photogravure method.

Issued on December 12, 1963, this set commemorates Kenya's transition to an independent nation after decades of British colonial rule, marking a pivotal moment in the country's history.