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Tribalism still entrenched in government 60 years on

School children wave Kenyan flags during the 60th Madaraka Day celebrations at Moi Stadium in Embu

School children wave Kenyan flags during the 60th Madaraka Day celebrations at Moi Stadium in Embu on June 1, 2023. With the fifth government in place after 60 years of independence, Joseph Mwaniki is disappointed that tribalism continues to rear its ugly head.

Photo credit: Kevin Macharia | Nation

Tribalism • With the fifth government in place after 60 years of independence, Joseph Mwaniki is disappointed that tribalism continues to rear its ugly head. “We fought for democracy to ensure that the people are represented well and fairly treated. However, the government is being accused of making ethnic appointments, while some governors practise nepotism.” His contact is [email protected].

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