Kenya is seeking to play a central role in shaping the future of Africa as it goes for the African Union Commission chairmanship. Mr Raila Odinga, a former Prime Minister, is Kenya’s and East Africa Community’s candidate for the seat, whose holder shapes the strategic vision of the continent.
The Government has assured that all students who have qualified for direct admission to institutions of higher learning will receive funding under the new model to continue with their education. The students, who are placed in universities and colleges, by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), have to apply for Government sponsorship, loans and scholarships and will be assessed for eligibility under the new funding model, said Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba Migos
It’s four days since the Paris 2024 Olympics Games kicked off and all eyes are on Team Kenya, which is carrying the country’s dream at the event. The team comprises a mixture of the old and young athletes taking part in various disciplines, from rugby to volleyball, javelin, fencing and athletics.
Kenyans are known for their diligence, tenacity and resilience; attributes that define us in every sector – from athletics to farming, education and business. These qualities are what make us love our country, talk about it with pride and even wear the Kenyan flag bracelet with joy, making it part of our national identity.
The discourse among Kenyans in the past weeks has centred on a number of issues affecting the country – mainly limited job opportunities, rising public debt, corruption and the austerity measures the government needs to implement
Kenya’s industrialisation journey has been long and winded, punctuated by experiments, adaptations, adoptions and policy shifts. The journey has had successes; from pre-colonial agrarian roots to imperial exploitation as a colony.
The last three weeks have proven that Kenya is not only a resilient country, but also strongly founded and guided by deep patriotism. For the love of their country, the youth, in particular the Gen Z, started a discourse and a significant movement that demonstrates their commitment to change and patriotism.
The country should prioritise development of infrastructure, build necessary skill sets in artificial intelligence, block chain and other emerging technologies, increase funding for research and commercialisation of ideas.