Premium
Ruto rewards working for Harambee Stars
President William Ruto addresses members of Harambee Stars squad on Monday at Pullman Hotel in Upper Hill, Nairobi. He promised each member of the squad Sh2.5 million should they beat Zambia on Sunday in final Group 'A' match of 2024 African Nations Championship.
Politics • National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is offending the Constitution by clinging to the Ford-Kenya leadership, says David Kiptum. “Being a party leader compromises his position as a neutral arbiter. Chapter Six on leadership and integrity requires State officers to be competent, impartial, honest, and selfless. He can’t have his cake and it.” His contact is [email protected].
****
Mismatch • Several months later, Prof Sam Chege has a question for President William Ruto: “Why did you appoint William Kabogo as ICT Cabinet Secretary?” Given the critical role ICT can play in providing livelihoods to youth, he wonders why he didn’t pick someone with an ICT background. This ministry has the highest potential for solving youth unemployment.” His contact is [email protected].
***
Sanitation • The sewage that is flowing from a burst pipe in a main street of the South Rift town of Kericho is a big shame, remarks Newton Tonui. “As a local resident, I can’t help faulting the county leadership. The public funds being wasted should have been used to tidy up the street. MCAs, as the public watchdog, can do better as the eyes of the voters.” His contact is [email protected].
***
Rewards • President William Ruto’s promise to reward Harambee Stars with millions for winning matches and the Chan tournament has lit a fire in the team, with two victories and a draw, says Eva Fred. “This has maybe sparked second thoughts in State House. Promise Kenyans money, and they will move mountains. The Stars are now chasing glory.” Eva’s contact is [email protected].
***
Relations • The xenophobia in South Africa is sickening, says Jim Okwako, disturbed by news of foreign nationals being chased out of hospitals. “The older generation that was cared for in other African countries during the struggle against apartheid until Nelson Mandela became the first African President has given way to imbeciles. I grew up in Nairobi’s Eastlands with South African neighbours.”
Have a loving day, won’t you!
