What Pope Francis has that Kenya's politicians crave

From the extraordinary manner in which Jorge Mario Bergoglio became the 266th Pope, there was no guessing what was in store for the Church and the world.

Starting today, Pope Francis will tour Kenya for three days. Undoubtedly, his presence here will enthuse millions and dominate the media for days to come. And yet beneath the razzamattazz, the blessings and the embraces, it is to be hoped that we are witnessing something far more profound. For Pope Francis comes at a time when Kenya is at a crossroads.