This archive report was first published on 27 July 2019.
As Kenyans continue to send their hard-earned taxes to the National Treasury, a question lingers: can we truly trust those in charge to manage our money prudently and honestly?
Published on July 27, 2019, the author of this piece, Gabriel Oguda, poses a poignant question: when we entrust our taxes to the National Treasury, do we expect the officials to be as honest as a bathroom mirror or as prudent as a beggar's child?
The answer, unfortunately, is no. Corruption persists, with money being used to silence critics and justify abuse of public funds. The author highlights the irony of tweaking the education curriculum to conform with changing times while National Treasury officials continue to operate with outdated methods, keeping our money safe in a 'mattress' rather than a computer.
Money, the author notes, can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can open doors and bring excitement, but on the other hand, it can also be a source of corruption and abuse. The author laments the pain of seeing hard-earned money being abused by those who should be taking good care of it.
The piece concludes with a powerful statement: 'You cannot build a dam in your stomach and expect it won't burst.' This metaphor highlights the absurdity of expecting National Treasury officials to manage our taxes without any accountability or transparency.
