Perspectives on Kenya’s Development

“Kenya is among the developing countries in Africa. It is said to be developing because there are still many problems for which solutions have not been found. In many parts of Kenya, there are always drought and famine that causes food shortages, and this in turn causes loss of lives due to starvation.

On the other hand, Kenya is said to be the cradle land because many archaeological sites are found there. The archeological sites attract tourists and earn Kenya a foreign exchange.

The other problem that Kenya is undergoing is corruption. This is because there is no unity. There is tribalism. When it reaches time for elections, when the candidate is not from the community, then he/she does not fit for the seat. There is also racism. Leaders are forgetting that diversity is our strength.” —Martha A., Form 1

“Kenya is a country in Africa, with its capital and largest city in Nairobi. Kenya has a warm and humid tropical climate on the Indian Ocean. Its official languages are English and Swahili.

Kenya is beautiful because of the wildlife. It has landscapes like the Great Rift Valley and Diani Beach on the Indian Ocean. There is also the Maasai Mara National Park, where the wildebeest migrate.

The climate is, however, not favourable in the north. These places are hit hard by drought, and when it rains the rain is too much, so there is flooding. But, in places like western Kenya, they have great weather, which favours growth of crops like pyrethrum.

Kenya has 43 tribes, but the Bantu are the biggest group. Kenya has two major religious groups: Christians and Muslims. They all live in peace. Places which are at the border of Kenya and Somalia, however, can have clashes between Muslims and Christians.

Kenya has had four presidents up to now. The first president was the late Jomo Kenyatta, father to the now-ruling President Uhuru Kenyatta.” —Irene M., Form 1

“Kenya is not only a country but a more developing country. It is one of the countries of Eastern Africa. It has really developed since the 19th century. It has a peaceful and kind people.

It is amongst the countries that do not have many natural calamities, such as earthquakes, floods, tornadoes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and storms. Many dream of tropical weather, white sandy beaches, and lazy afternoons out in the sun, enjoying a cold drink and looking out into an amazing landscape.

In fact, Kenyans are so bold as to say it is the most beautiful country in the continent. Despite the many misconceptions about their beloved motherland, Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi is amongst the most developed cities in Africa when it comes to infrastructure.

In the amazing wildlife, the plains and conservancies are home to some of the most exotic and breathtaking wildlife. It has the most gorgeous people you have ever seen in the world, and it is always developing.” —Peris N., Form 1

“My country is Kenya. It has a population of about 40 million people. In this country, there is development taking place. This country is not developed, but it is still developing. The biggest problem facing this country is unemployment. People are suffering because of this. The only way we can stop this is by setting aside jobs for youth.

Apart from many people not being employed, there are also problems for the employed ones. They are not paid well. Much of their money is taken by the government for taxation. Among the biggest problems affecting Kenya is corruption. The leaders are corrupt. As the citizens of Kenya, we should fight against corruption and save our country.

There are also achievements in this country. One is in the public schools, where children are given laptops to help them improve their skills on writing and reading. The second achievement is that it has also helped the children in day schools by paying some amount of their school fees. They issue books to public primary schools and public secondary schools.” —Faith C., Form 1

“Agriculture is the main activity in the country. Most citizens are involved in agriculture, either for subsistence, local sale, and even export. According to the World Bank in 2018, Kenya had a profit of more than $85.980 billion — the 69th largest economy in the world.

Apart from agriculture, there is an informal economic activity in Kenya. The informal economy is also well-known as Jua Kali. Jua Kali is Swahili for “fierce sun” or “hot sun.” Those who work in Jua Kali work under the hot sun beating down on their hands and backs. Jua Kali workers use waste products to make important products, like metal boxes, watering cans, and metal basins.” —Naima A., Form 1