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Visits by US President Barack Obama and the Pope Francis must ignite hope for Kenyans

Kenya is galvanised with exuberance following confirmed visits of US President Barack Obama and His Holiness the Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church, this year.

While the two are coming for distinct commitments – the former for the 6th annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit and the latter making his maiden pastoral visit to Africa – these are defining moments underlining Kenya’s increasing status in sub-Saharan Africa and the world.

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