The presidential term limit is also predicated on the practice of good governance and democracy
The reason for capping the presidential term is to avoid monopoly and appropriation of state power by a few individuals.
President Uhuru Kenyatta's declaration that he will not run for elective office in 2022 should put to rest speculation and clamour to have him hang on after completing his two terms.
The pronouncement comes at a time of intensified campaigns for constitutional review and contest for the presidency even when the election is two years away. The presidential term limit is also predicated on the practice of good governance and democracy. World over, nations set presidential term limits to guard against political decadence.
