By CAROLYNE RONOHMore by this AuthorMashujaa Day was commemorated on Sunday, but what has Kenya achieved over the 50-plus years of independence? Their desires, hopes and dreams were for a nation that would enjoy the fruit of their struggles; where the masses would equally benefit from national resources — unlike during the colonial times. Majority of the population identifies more with their ethnic groups, which, in most cases, supersedes fidelity to the State, negating the spirit of patriotism and nationalism. Their support base, which is mostly fanatical, is from regions or ethnic groups where the party leaders belong. Only then would it be rightfully said that Kenya is, indeed, on a trajectory towards becoming a First World nation.

Source: Daily Nation October 22, 2019 21:11 UTC