Uhuru must do everything to make Big Four agenda pay off

It is commendable that President Uhuru Kenyatta put manufacturing, affordable housing, healthcare and food security at the core of his vision in his last term. This will define how his 10-year presidency will be remembered. But accompanying this ambition is unending politics within and outside his camp, pressing problems that need to be fixed almost immediately, and impatient Kenyans waiting for solutions.

History paints a bleak picture on the ability of governments to implement most of their excellent plans. It is a history he may want to erase. The desire for low-cost houses, access to reliable healthcare, food security and meaningful jobs cannot be over-emphasised. In the recently released draft budget policy statement for 2018-2019 financial year, National Treasury is selling hope under the title ‘Creating Jobs, Transforming Lives’ banner.