This archive report was first published on 1 December 2019.
On December 1, 2019, the BBI report launch at Bomas of Kenya in Nairobi was a significant event that was marred by bad manners, according to Asgar Sidi. He noted that the choice of ODM's Suna East MP Junet Mohamed as the master of ceremonies was unprofessional, and the organisers should have opted for a neutral person.
Asgar was also unhappy about the heckling of Senate Majority Leader Kipchumba Murkomen, which he deemed unfair. He stated that the Elgeyo-Marakwet Senator had good points, but the presence of Junet on the stage incited the crowd.
Francis Njuguna is drawing attention to the need to refurbish the neglected statue of former Cabinet minister Tom Mboya in downtown Nairobi. He recalls that Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua promised to assist with the renovation but wonders what became of this promise.
Kio Njenga remarks that the advent of the 47 counties was meant to revolutionise services, but some old regulations still hinder this progress. He cannot understand why counties still renew all licences in January, instead of staggering the licensing process.
Julius Karegi believes that civil servants should not dabble in politics and must strive to impartially serve all Kenyans. He notes that partisanship in the conduct of senior career civil servants is wrong and should be avoided.
Have a professional day, won't you!
