The manner in which violence and mayhem marred the just concluded Kibra by-election is a clear indication that democratic ideals are still a pipe dream in Kenya. It is now clear that the handshake has nothing to do with the unity and reconciliation among Kenyans but an avenue to advance personal interests among some leaders. Surprisingly, when the violence was being meted on Jubilee leaders Didmus Baraza and Bonny Khalwale among others, police officers were just watching from a distance. To avert a repeat of what was witnessed, Matiang’i must bring to book the perpetrators of the violence. There should be no discrimination in service delivery to Kenyans irrespective of their ethnic or political affiliations.

Source: The Star November 11, 2019 21:00 UTC