Could true and honest leaders stand up to be counted?

By Billow Kerrow

The more things change, the more they remain the same. This week provided a stark reminder of this galling adage of the conformists. MPs made a raft of changes to the Political Parties Act and the Elections Act that sought to reverse gains in the new dispensation. The move serves to short-change Kenyans’ aspirations and rekindle the dying ebb of impunity in public leadership. In Parliament, Finance Minister Njeru Githae circumvented constitutional provisions and drew half his budget provisions, as tactless MPs marvelled at his prowess and largesse.