Africa
Kenyans should stay on reform path
US Ambassador to Kenya Michael Rannebeger. Photo/FILE
Posted Thursday, December 11 2008 at 17:05
Kenya’s economy will continue to be at risk until the political framework for sustained and robust growth is firmly in place.
The United States is encouraged by business and government leaders in Kenya who have demonstrated a commitment to dialogue and action.
I commend the Prime Minister for initiating the business roundtable. It is a start to developing the consensus needed to create the most open and prosperous economy possible.
Mr Ranneberger is the US Ambassador to Kenya.
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Submitted by nani_ngombePosted December 12, 2008 09:20 PM
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Submitted by Hillaryio
Rannebeger, I appreciate all your perspective and voice of concern. You lay out fundamental aspects that when well implemented will lead us to the path of reforms. However, I am sorry to point out that you have been a little partisan sometimes and seem to support Raila and ignore Kibaki on a lot of issues. I think if we really mean that we want reforms, then a bipartisan spirit should guide us. Especially since you represent the US government's interests in Kenya. Otherwise, thanks again for your input on this.
Posted December 12, 2008 06:48 AM
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Sir, good job but two questions. First, Kenyans (on their own)voted for Reforms in 2002,(were then disappointed) but did so again in 2007 (disappointed again!). Here is a possible hypothesis: That in 2007, the presidential vote was in fact manipulated by external forces who considered one of the potential 'Presidents' as 'an unpredictable strategic partner'? Two, Is there any country out there that has ever 'become developed' by listening to American foreign policy?