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Why Kenya urgently needs power of reconciliation, honest dialogue

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A man peeps through a hole that was left by a bullet that was shot by police in Pipeline Estate during Azimio anti-government protests over high cost of living on July 20, 2023. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

Kenya's recent events have reminded me of a Kamba saying that states, "Kimbu kiendaa kavola nikwaa muingi" which translates to "a chameleon which is known to be the slowest reptile, moves slowly because it doesn't have anyone or anything to chase it."

The moment you touch its tail you will be surprised at the speed it would apply as it seeks safety. I believe that just like the chameleon we have been moving with jerky, back and forth movements towards quest for definite peace and prosperity.

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