ODM Leader Raila Odinga on August 17, 2021, identified various aspects that will develop the economy and politics of the country in line with Kenya's vision 2030.
The former premier was in Nakuru where he called for national unity while addressing a media conference at the Sarova Woodlands Hotel.
He began by stating that the country needs to safeguard and protect small scale traders and shield them from unfair competition by foreigners.
Odinga stated that the country needs to revisit various policies that would create a conducive environment of traders and businesses to thrive and grow.
ODM Leader Raila Odinga addresses members of the public in Nakuru town on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. |Courtesy| Twitter|
"We equally need to address the issue of punitive taxation so that we promote, not punish, investment. Kenya needs a fair and transparent tax regime, backed by a clean and efficient public service," he said.
The former premier further members of the public to embrace and encourage good leadership where leaders exist to serve people and not lord over them.
"A nation where meritocracy shall replace mediocrity and nepotism. A country with Zero tolerance to corruption," he said.
Odinga noted that the country has over the years suffered from numerous problems that could be averted with the right policies and leadership. He stated that the country has endured a difficult journey across a treacherous road to democracy, a liberalised economy and a free and open society.
"We have come this far because at difficult times, we have always charted a path that sets us apart from other third world countries. A path that takes us forward not backwards and secures our future while benefitting from lessons of the bitter past," he stated.
He called for a united front with an intent to create the political and ideological unity that we require to confront the problems afflicting our people.
"We are coming together with a political and governance framework that ensures our economy works for each and every one of our citizens.
"Our society is diverse, divided and complex. No single man or woman can be our sole messiah. We therefore have no option but to build inclusive political processes," he said.
ODM Leader Raila Odinga addresses members of the public in Nakuru town on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. |Courtesy| Twitter|
"We must therefore urgently embark on uniting, not dividing our people. Not pitting people against each other. Not pitting the poor against the rich, the young against the old, one faith against the other, tribe against tribe," Odinga added.
The ODM leader urged Kenyans to unite to safeguard and advance the country's democracy and freedoms, diversity and inclusivity, shared prosperity and our morals and ethics
He called upon Kenyans to ensure prosperity for the country and equitable distribution of resources while maintaining a united front against corruption and impunity.
Odinga urged Kenyans to be united in all fronts and shun policies that are meant to hurt the progress gained in the country.
The former premier called upon Kenyans to desist from the lies of politicians and elect leaders on the basis of ability to bring about development rather than fake promises.
"We want every child - no matter their pedigree or identity - to think and believe that it can be morning in Kenya again, that we are about to arrive in a new land full of the most seductive possibilities.
"Let us rise together to fulfil the dreams of our children and reclaim our great destiny. We must fix this country, fix its systems, fix its politics then fix its economy," Odinga stated.
ODM Leader Raila Odinga addresses members of the public in Nakuru town on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. |Courtesy| Twitter|
