It is incumbent on the government to socialise the public to the new reality. It will be a national day with a marked difference, celebrated without fanfare: no public event, celebrations or merrymaking. The razzmatazz associated with national celebrations have been shelved, in line with containment measures to curb the spread of Covid-19. President Uhuru Kenyatta will only give a televised address to the nation from State House. It’s not only a health problem, but also economic, social and political.

Source: Daily Nation May 31, 2020 21:00 UTC