Kenyans are too angry but, sorry, anger alone will not fix our country

A police officer lobs tear gas at angry protesters who lit bonfires and barricaded the Njoro-Molo road in Elburgon on March 14, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

There is just so much anger in the atmosphere it is terrifying. A quick look on social media, a little unintentional eavesdropping in public places, and a casual stroll through the FM radio will reveal one underlying theme: Majority of us are walking through life with so much anger it is alarming.

Two days ago, while out getting some groceries at my neighbourhood store, I encountered a mom and her kids doing the same. While making a turn to the next aisle, the lady who was pushing a trolley rammed into my left hip so badly that I winced.