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Raila should retire from active politics
ODM party leader Raila Odinga.
Damaged legacy • The time has come for liberation struggle hero and Opposition leader Raila Odinga to exit the stage, “if he wishes to preserve his legacy”, says Job Otieno. “His proposal of an inter-generational conclave to discuss youth protests shows this once-revered personality has lost touch with reality. He should keep his support for the Kenya Kwanza clique to himself.” His contact is [email protected].
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Taking stock • The “Saba Saba mayhem and deaths have left the country at the bottom of the hell pit, and the only way to save our country is to stop digging further”, says Taabu Tele. “President William Ruto must prove that he is the adult in the room. No more blame games, and no more chest-thumping as the raging inferno threatens to consume all of us on its path.” His contact is [email protected].
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Unsanitary toilets • The public toilets in Nairobi’s city centre ”are not only unhygienic and full of pungent odours, but are also dens of immorality”, says Brian Maitai. “Can Governor Johnson Sakaja allocate money to build toilets people can use with dignity? Biogas digesters can transform the waste into gas to power generators to supplement electricity from the national grid. “His contact is [email protected].
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Marathon success • Athletics Kenya deserves kudos for its super organisation that made the Nairobi City Marathon big a success, says Job Momanyi. “The prize money was impressive and rivalled what the rich nations offer. However, it would be better to reduce what the winner gets and spread the pay-out for more finishers to get something, even running kit or bus fare.” His contact is [email protected].
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Sporting excellence • The past excellent performances in cricket, swimming, basketball, and rugby are being revived to restore lost glory, notes Alnashir D, Walji. “In the Olympics, All Africa Games, and Commonwealth Games, our national flag is hoisted and the National Anthem played, putting us firmly on the global sports map. We should now hone our soccer skills, too.” His contact is [email protected].
Have a competitive day, won’t you!
