Lessons from Kenya electoral crisis
Friday, January 18, 2008
The business sector suffers as religious leaders and middle class angle themselves for recognition from their tribal kings. What lessons does the Kenyan political situation give to Africa?
First Lesson; the essence of law and constitution ought to be to tame the insatiable, brutish human actions and instincts.
These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...