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Raila’s death has left a huge void that will be hard to fill
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Big shoes • The sudden death of political maestro Raila Odinga has left a huge void that will be hard to fill, says F. Mukembu. “The founding ODM party leader’s bravery was unmatched. I wonder who will fit in his shoes! The 2010 Constitution that we enjoy today was a product of his struggles with others. The best way to mourn him is to embrace his principles of fighting for rights and enhance his legacy.” His contact is [email protected].
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Bad governance • The nagging question for Evans Ombongi is whether the country was “really ready for decentralisation” when devolution was introduced just over 10 years ago. “Centralisation and the ‘imperial presidency’ had always been blamed for almost everything. But was devolution going to be the cure for all? The real issue was poor governance. ..” His contact is [email protected].
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Class time • Since going to school near an Air Force Base, David Kilonzi says he has always been enthusiastic about aeroplanes and has learned alot about them. “I keenly followed developments such as the recent repatriation of Raila Odinga’s body after he died in India. KQ used a short-haul Boeing 737(for short routes). Thanks to advanced technology, such planes can do long-haul flights.” His contact is [email protected].
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Smooth drive •Following the completion of the construction of the overpass bridge at Juja High Point on the Thika Superhighway, Kamau Kefa says, the Kenya National Highways Authority should now remove the speed bumps. “They are no longer necessary as a safety measure and will ease traffic flow, reducing the delays for motorists. We believe this will make driving more pleasurable.” His contact is [email protected].
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Time flies •Buru Buru Estate in Nairobi’s Eastlands was financed and well-managed by the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) as its major contribution to Kenya’s urban development programme, says Jediel Muthuri. “Phase One houses were sold for Sh44,000 and occupied in 1973. I bought a house in Phase 4, in 1981, for Sh181,000. But I had to sell my car to raise Sh20,000 deposit.” His contact is [email protected].
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