Matiang’i calls for tough war on corruption in Chatham lecture

Fred Matiang’i calls for meritocracy and a tougher war on corruption, warning the two remain barriers to Kenya’s progress...

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Presidential hopeful Fred Matiang’i, speaking at Chatham House in the United Kingdom on Thursday, urged for a robust anti-corruption campaign and the promotion of meritocracy as critical for Kenya's progress.

Matiang’i emphasized the need for systems that reward talent and integrity over political connections, stating corruption slows development and weakens public institutions.
The keynote speaker was Fred Matiang’i, a Presidential hopeful.
He also highlighted the 2024 Gen Z demonstrations as a turning point but expressed disappointment that they did not yield the desired reforms, advocating for greater youth inclusion in governance and economic empowerment.

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