The country celebrates 51 years of independence

By Monica Soila

It was music and dance at this year’s Jamhuhuri day celebrations, throughout the country to mark 51 years of Kenya’s independence,on 12th December.

In Isinya sub-county, the event was held at the Isinya primary school grounds; and was presided over by the deputy county commissioner, Mr.David Kipkemei.

 

Police march during the celebrations

Present at the event were the Administration and security staff and County officials’ representatives.Ali letura, CECM-Lands, Physical Planning, wildlife, Enviroment and Natural Resources, read the governor’s message to the public.

The governor urged the people of Kajiado County to turn away from corruption and for the public institutions to serve the people equally without expecting bribes. In the message also was an update of some of the activities and projects that the county government has successfully accomplished. They include a hundred and twenty classrooms that have been built throughout the County,among other projects. Dr.Nkedianye’s government also sponsored 100 youths to attend training on insurance.

 

Hon.Ali Letura reading the governor's speech to the people

The height of the ceremony was the president’s speech which was read to the people by the Deputy County commissioner, who was also the chief guest.

The speech touched on the various issues that have affected the country since independence. They include corruption, economic growth, insecurity, development among others.The president  made clear his future plans for the country and also highlighting some of the achievements so far.

The president also highlighted some of the government’s intention of collaborating with various institutions including the private sector to deliver a dignified, clean and safe living environment in Kibera.This is evidently transforming the slum for the better.

In the issue of food security, the government has already commenced the irrigation of 1,000,000 acres of land in Galana-Kulalu; with the main goal of banishing famine from Kenya, feeding the region and the entire continent.

 

The DCC reading the president's speech to the people

In education, by April 2015, all primary schools in the country will be connected to electricity to enable computer-based learning.

On health matters the government plans to equip at least two hospitals in every county with modern diagnostic equipment. Plans are also underway to build a referral hospital in all the counties.

The biggest challenges faced by the government at the moment is corruption and insecurity and with the ICC dropping the case against the president, many hope that the same happens for the deputy president; so that they can both focus all their energies in dealing with some of these issues.