While the political chatter often centers on heavyweights like Kalonzo Musyoka or the increasingly vocal former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, Manyora has looked toward Martha Karua as the silver bullet for Kenya’s long-standing hurdles.
Manyora’s argument isn't just about political experience, it’s about a specific brand of leadership that he feels is currently missing.
In a commentary, he has suggested that if the country truly wants to take off, Karua is the one to hold the reins for at least five years.
His reasoning is simple but profound that Kenya’s biggest anchor is systemic corruption, and Karua’s reputation as the "Iron Lady" makes her uniquely positioned to dismantle those networks.
The political arena is currently crowded. We have Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua who is positioning himself as the Mt. Kenya kingpin.
Fred Matiang’i & Eugene Wamalwa also commanding their own significant influence.
However, Manyora views Karua differently. He sees her not just as a politician, but as a disciplinarian.
According to Manyora, while others might focus on the optics of development, Karua would focus on the foundational hygiene of the state, ensuring that every shilling meant for a project actually reaches the ground.
The professor’s logic is rooted in economic stability. He posits that the country is currently stuck in a cycle of debt and wasted resources.
Whether you agree with his assessment or not, Manyora’s endorsement highlights a growing appetite among some Kenyans for radical integrity over the standard political playbook.
It’s a provocative take that shifts the conversation from who has the most votes to who has the right temperament to steer the ship.
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