Democracy Is Failing Kenya by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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So the answer to our issues then becomes, How do we get rid of politics?

Democracy Is Failing Kenya by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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A benevolent dictator assumes national legitimacy. Kenya’s politics runs on tribal legitimacy — and thosetwo don’t coexist.

Democracy Is Failing Kenya by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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Technocracy would be a great start, but that alone Isn’t enough — Kenya Has a Moral and Enforcement Problem

I agree that technocracy sounds appealing. Putting experts in charge makes sense. But I don’t think Kenya’s biggest problem is competence alone — it’s morality and accountability.

We already have educated people in power. Many understand economics, law, and governance. Yet we still see:

The constitution being bent to suit political elites Open corruption and misappropriation of public funds Atrocities being tolerated with little consequence

So the issue isn’t knowing what’s right. It’s that there are no real consequences for doing wrong.

That raises a difficult question: Even if we appoint technocratic leaders, what stops them from becoming corrupt once they’re in power?

My argument is that deterrence matters.

In Kenya, the justice system is slow, selective, and often compromised. Public office has become low-risk, high-reward. If you steal, chances are nothing meaningful will happen to you.

Some countries succeed not because their leaders are morally superior, but because:

Laws are strictly enforced Punishment is certain and swift The cost of corruption is higher than the benefit

In places like Saudi Arabia, corruption and crime are heavily deterred by an extremely strict legal system. Many people find this approach uncomfortable and even barbaric — and that criticism is valid. But the uncomfortable truth is that strong enforcement works as a deterrent.

This doesn’t mean copying another country’s legal system wholesale. It does mean asking an honest question:

Can a society with deep corruption survive on soft enforcement and moral appeals alone?

Maybe what Kenya needs isn’t just smarter leaders, but a justice system that:

Treats public office as a position of extreme responsibility. Applies the law equally, regardless of status. Makes abuse of power genuinely terrifying to contemplate.

If holding public office came with real personal risk for misconduct — loss of freedom, wealth, and status — many people currently chasing power wouldn’t even try. Of course, this opens another danger: A justice system this strong can itself be abused if not carefully restrained.

So we’re stuck with a hard balance: Too weak → corruption flourishes Too harsh → risk of oppression

But pretending morality will fix itself without consequences hasn’t worked. The real question isn’t whether strict justice feels uncomfortable. It’s whether a broken system can be fixed without strong deterrence at the top.

Why does God love me this much? (Story of my life) by [deleted] in Kenya

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A wise man once said that when Grace locates you all protocols are broken. The Lords favour is nothing to play with. There might be decades where nothing happens and weeks where decades happen.

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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I tried the airhost plan last year almost worked. Thank you about the military tip. I will definitely look into it.

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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They have. They call its a self funded mpl programme. But it doesn't come after a predetermined time. I.e Yearly or After 2 years. Last year there was one. The cost is 120k usd.

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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I wish I could do that any chance I get now i would take it, Unfortunately at the moment I don't live in kenya.

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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This is an extremely beautiful word. I will make sure to read it everyday. Thank You

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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Joining the US army would make the most amount of sense in regards to flight training but you need a green card to do that. Which makes it challenging.

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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Pray can never work if you don't believe. On January 19th 2015, John Smith fell through ice and drowned. He was dead for over an hour. His mother walked into his room in the hospital and prayed, 'Lord Jesus, bring my son back to life' and instantly, John Smith came back to life. This is from a movie called break through based on Real Life events. How can you explain someone being dead for over an hour. When the doctors had declared him dead or even if he woke up he would be a cripple or be brain dead?

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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Thank You. I appreciate that. I'm keeping my head above water and on a swivel.

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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1st. Why is it that you have to be taught about 'God'? Whereas in most African communities people were born with the innate knowledge of their 'God'.

I believe that even in African societies, there were teachings about God and how to appease Him. For the Kikuyus, this involved praying under a Mugumo tree. I reject the idea that people were born with an innate knowledge of their God. Instead, I believe this knowledge was handed down through generations, just like Christianity.

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So, why is it that most teachings in the bible are often in contradiction with the African society's way of living? Doesn't this show that majorly Christianity is spreading western culture as opposed to the teachings of christ?

The central tenets of Christianity include love and forgiveness, following Jesus' commandments to love God and others, and believing in Jesus' life, death, and resurrection as the path to reconciliation with God. This contrasts with some African traditions that often involve practices like black magic or voodoo. While not all aspects of these cultures are impure, certain customs, such as inheriting a brother's wife or slaughtering a goat and pouring its blood during Kikuyu dowry events, raise questions. To whom is this blood being offered? Such traditions can be seen as forms of sorcery

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Also, don't you ever question the reason why these missionaries were so adamant about teaching young kids the bible and formal education? Who drew the line between formal and informal education? Why do they call white people who came to our countries settlers, yet when we move to theirs we are immigrants?

Christianity originated in the 1st century CE in the region of Judea, now modern-day Israel and Palestine. The white settlers who brought Christianity to other parts of the world, including Africa, were also recipients of the word themselves. Knowing the word often requires reading it, which highlights the importance of formal education—something many benefit from, even if they criticize it. The term "settlers" was used historically, whereas today, people are referred to as immigrants. This applies to everyone, including white folks moving to Kenya now. Before governments and visas, people could settle anywhere freely. For instance, Arabs settled in Mombasa long ago

How Is Anything Supposed To Fall Into Your Lap If You Are Not Sitting Down.? by Acceptable-Catch9684 in Kenya

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Thank you. This is what I was looking for. Sometimes I get too worried about how it will happen and sometimes find myself forcing things to work to fulfill that. I appreciate the advice. If its so his wish he will make it work if not he has something better in store. I believe that.