Security failure • The “unfortunate incident in which a person threw a shoe at President William Ruto indicates a monumental failure by the security agencies guarding VIPs”, says Peter Agoro. “This calls for deep reflection, coming after the recent killing of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were. The ease with which it was done was shocking and reprehensible.” His contact is [email protected] .
Riding coattails • Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, who has just returned from abroad, has been received on his Gusii home soil “with a bang, and supporters dancing themselves lame” over his presidential stab, says Chris Kiriba. “They included some MPs and 2027 election aspirants. They will be hoping to secure seats courtesy of him.” His contact is [email protected] .
Healthcare • Now that Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika is back after a long maternity leave in the United States, David Kigo hopes she will do more to boost maternal and child health care in her county. “Leaders must be at the forefront in enhancing health services. Ms Kihika, who delivered her twins several months ago, has a herculean task ahead of her.” His contact is [email protected] .
Spectacular • Sarit Centre in Westlands, Nairobi, has always been a spectacular mall, says Alnashir D. Walji. “People throng the mall during weekends to revel, socialise and network. Posh cafes abound. Shops display cosmetics, computer accessories and so on. All the races and creeds intermingle. Sarit Expo Centre hosts events, exhibitions and trade fairs.” His contact is [email protected] .
Good example • For the head of the global Catholic Church, who is the leader of some 1.2 billion faithful, Pope Francis’s coffin “was amazingly simple”, says university don XN Iraki. He adds: “The hearse was even simpler. We should emulate this humility and make our funerals less elegant. Our religious and political leaders must lead by example like the late Pope.” His contact is [email protected] .
Have an exemplary day, won’t you!
