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Kenya’s democracy is at a crossroads

Ambassadors and high commissioners from the European Union and America in Kenya, led by (front from left) British High Commissioner Nic Hailey, US Ambassador Robert Godec, European Union Ambassador Stefano Dejak and German Ambassador Jutta Frasch, address the press on Kenyan's  election. [Moses Omusula, Standard]

Kenya is special. As diplomats living here, we see and admire daily the determination and creativity of the Kenyan people; the energy and innovation of Kenyan business; and the inspiring democratic journey that Kenya has made since independence. These and Kenya’s many other achievements have made it a hub for the region and indeed for the continent and the world.

Like all democratic countries, including our own, Kenya’s democracy is not perfect. But it can and should remain a source of strength, and an inspiration to all of us.

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