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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Maanya Sachdeva

King Charles acknowledges ‘painful aspects’ of the past during Kenya state visit

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King Charles has acknowledged the more “painful aspects” of Britain’s relationship with Kenya, rounding out the first day of his state visit with a historic speech notable for its contrition over colonial injustices.

The monarch delivered the speech on Tuesday (31 October) at a state banquet held for him and Queen Camilla, as they embarked on a four-day state visit – a trip which threatened to be eclipsed by debate surrounding colonial-era abuses.

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