When a parastatal like KPLC fails to provide reliable electricity, it erodes public trust in the government's ability to manage essential services effectively. This can lead to a broader perception of governmental incompetence and corruption. When a parastatal like Kenya Railways fails to provide dependable public transportation, it reflects poorly on the government’s ability to manage critical infrastructure. Parastatals can and have many a time diminished public confidence in the government’s competence and commitment to improving the quality of life for its citizens.