I know that you have been distraught by the recent activities that have taken place in our country over the past few months. Some of you might have mixed emotions, either on the verge of losing all forms or rationality while some as elated with strong emotions, confusion, doubt and anger. However, as I deliver this speech to you, I say that you must indeed rejoice- rejoice because Kenya is at hand.
The country of Kenya is embedded with a rich history. Kenya takes pride in its nature and diversity, and is well known throughout the rest of the world for its rich culture. As a citizen of another fellow African country, I can indeed say that you dear citizens of Kenya have plenty to be proud of, and also plenty to be ashamed of. This shame, however, is what I believe has the power to bring about great change to this country.
With light of recent events that have occurred: the murder of Christopher Msando, the civil violence that broke loose after the first round of elections, and finally the reversal of this by the judiciary, I can indeed say that Kenya has become a pioneering agent for addressing corruption in the developing world.
Fighting the full-fledged corruption in Kenya is going to be difficult, that I can certainly assure, especially due to the country’s political history. But I would like to motivate you to continue being active citizens that are well entrenched in the matters at hand and fully involved in electing leaders who will be accountable to the state.
Kenya has developed a great constitution- arguably the best on the African continent. However, most of you would agree that in practice, this might not be so, but what we have seen over the past few weeks is that if the nation unites and holds people put in power accountable, then surely the constitution shall be abided by. I cannot stress enough the breakthrough and power of overturning the election results—this, is truly a moment in which all Kenyans should celebrate.