Politicians have been warned against dividing Kenyans along ethnic and religious backgrounds as they canvass for votes ahead of next year's general election. Speaking in Malindi during a public baraza, Kilifi Supkem officials led by Aboud Bazmale said politicians should instead be at the forefront in preaching peace and cohesion. After the 2007-08 violence, Kaya elders initiated a peace walk in 2010 to preach harmony and avoid a repeat of post-poll chaos. The annual peace walk began in 2010 and it covers 350 kilometers. “Interfaith leaders and opinion leaders used to come together to celebrate Idd and they used to air their grievances and stayed together during good and bad times,” she said.

Source: The Star July 31, 2021 21:07 UTC