Educative • Reading the serialisation of former Nation Media Group chief AAA Ekirapa’s memoirs, titled, ‘Wings of Ambition’ , Benjamin Kibias says he has learnt a lot about the country’s development challenges. “I wish to thank NMG for serialising it. I have, from reading this, now confirmed the source of some of the serious problems we have today, especially land grabbing.” His contact is [email protected] .
Bad image • The terrorist threat is likely to deter foreign investors and tourists from coming to the country, says David Githae. “Terror attacks have increased, sending a negative signal to the international community that the country is unsafe. But do terrorists use bombs and guns, or do they throw stones? Branding the country as terrorist-infested is a sad joke.” His contact is [email protected] .
Tall order • Nominated MP Sabina Chege’s Bill seeking to compel all civil servants to use public health facilities is ill-conceived, says Kamichore Mutindira. “Some top personalities have given birth in the US, yet going to Pumwani Maternity Hospital in Nairobi would have boosted confidence in public facilities. They should be stocked with drugs and manned day and night.” His contact is [email protected] .
Wastage • Water is flowing to waste following a burst pipe on Kamutini Road, off Mwiki Road on Nairobi’s northwestern outskirts, Paul Omondi reports. He hopes city water staff will quickly fix the damaged pipe, which is an inconvenience to local residents as their water supply has been cut off for the past two weeks. “We will appreciate some quick action.” His contact is [email protected] .
Parliamentary language • Using the word "lie" on the floor of the National Assembly is not allowed, as it is considered to be unparliamentary language, notes Githuku Mungai. Not convinced, however, he poses: “But can't an MP just call a falsehood a lie to save time? What’s wrong with saying it plainly? Are all the other parliaments in the world so hypocritical?” His email address is [email protected] . Have a truthful day, won’t you!
