Looking at current affairs, what would you differently in case you were the president of Kenya or a part of the government? How would you improve policies in your home country? Think of challenges like corruption, healthcare and human rights, but also think about Kenya’s relations with China and other parts of the world.
I would highly appreciate your input in order for me to write an article and chapter about the ambitions of Kenya’s youth for the future of their country. Thank you.
Muthoni Maina
Breakdown the rigid structures of the Nation
Tribalism
This concept is so pervasive in Kenya, it’s suffocating. It goes way back to the history of the nation , before independence. The British used direct rule and divide and rule. These systems and structures are still alive and well today.
The ruling class use tribalism to maintain power. Each tribe has a ‘Prince’ a leader whether or not they are in government.
If Kenya can get rid of this problem or at least manage it, we would have better leaders.
Daaf Borren
Thanks for sharing, Muthoni. Much appreciated.
LavineAteng
I would make the available systems to work, join all duplicate government office and remove all office without a function. I will focus on efficiency and results from the grassroot level
Daaf Borren
Thanks for your input, Lavine. Can you give examples of what offices you would remove as they contribute little? Thanks, Daaf
Daniel Chege
Corruption only has power when given by the public, and you cannot criticize what you allow. Majority of Kenyans fall under the youth bracket, but they lack wisdom to create a parallel but positive government which will allow them to participate fully in it’s decisions. Expecting the government to help you is wasting your time.
Emmanuel Addi
Try and do the right thing, support the less fortunate, make good use of public funds and enlighten other leaders on the need of development
Zulekha Kananu
As one person it is not possible to create significant change. If you want to make a great and impactful difference, you need to have the masses behind you so I would gather my army and come in to make change.
Daaf Borren
Thanks for your input, Zulekha. I am aware of the fact that one person cannot change a country or society. However, what are the first steps after setting up a government? How would you try to connect with the masses? Thanks
Jerry Rawlings Mutua ?
I would give people basic needs and create an atmosphere of unlimited potential and possibilities. Possibly going against every rule to recreate the meaning of a nation that was not inherited.
Daaf Borren
Thanks for your contribution, Jerry. What basic needs are you talking about? And how would you create unlimited potential? Finally, how would you counter corruption? Thank you.