Sh60 for a loaf of bread is a sign of higher market prices within our economy, begging the question, how much is the weight of a shilling on a consumer to a business person?
The move asking political aspirants to deviate from their theoretical economic models that have been our bane for a long, not providing real solutions to problems is robust.
Bottom-up or Trickle-down are on basis of pronouncements and facade to Sustainable Development Goals, on infrastructure and agriculture which accounts for over 70 per cent of our GDP.
There is a need for actions, proper planning and implementation of development projects.
Huge public debts are a burden that will keep innocent Kenyans in chains of poverty and internal borrowing to sustain themselves.
Most of these big projects are not benefitting them.
Investments help in the creation of job opportunities to reduce unemployment rates.
In addition, an unfavourable business environment has also contributed to a deteriorating balance of payments and a true reflection of per capita income, multiple taxations are a huge rot in our markets.
For instance, a business person dealing with food and beverages has to pay tax for more licences of which a good number can't be accounted for.
No incentives to business people, the interest charged on loans is too extreme that for an enterprise to realise economies of scale or even support its growth, is a problem.
Instead, the politicians and other senior officials in government have turned out to be the cartels oppressing poor citizens, charging unfavourable prices and creating unhealthy competition in the market.
As we approach the August general election, it is important to ask ourselves about the nobility and intention of our education which also is based on theoretical aspects.
The technical know-how is meagre to match the market demand for enough and quality labour, this explains why the Chinese are building our roads notwithstanding that over the years universities and colleges have continued to produce graduates.
Brain drain is at its peak, lack of proper remuneration and favourable working conditions being the major cause, while our politicians are busy politicking instead of addressing issues of concern.
They should tell Kenyans why they are spending more money on campaigns and printing posters while people in Turkana, Garissa, West Pokot and Tana River have no water and food among other necessities.
Why reject bills that are aimed at cutting down their unnecessary expenditure and allowances and promote ones that ensure their pockets are full?
They are busy serving their stomachs forgetting they might be recalled.
A good government is one freely formed by the people and guided by the general will of society.
The inauguration of a new Constitution in 2010, saw a new milestone in Kenyan society.
However, we still have to deal with corruption and embezzlement of funds.
These are among the many reasons we are lagging in development.
Despite the global effect of the Covid-19 pandemic, some countries are managing their economy.
Kenya should emulate such countries.
We needs homegrown solutions to solve our issues, a country that knows what she wants for her people always realises her potential.
Now that the Big 4 Agenda is unrealised with just eight years to the projected Vision of 2030, will Kenya realise her potential?
We require a mind, a leader and citizens of know-how.
Tame corruption in every sector of the economy, invest more in science and technology, otherwise, we will just be bystanders in African Agenda 2063.
Kenya must be great.
Communication student at Maseno University
Edited by Kiilu Damaris
