After the 2007 elections there was a political, economic, and humanitarian crisis that erupted in kenya after incumbent president Mwai Kibaki was declared the winner of the presidential election held on December 27, 2007. Supporters of Kibaki's opponent, Raila Odinga of the ODM, alleged electoral manipulation .
Former UN Secretary General, Dr. Koffi Annan arrived in the country nearly a month after the election, and successfully brought the two sides to the negotiating table. On February 28, 2008, Kibaki and Odinga signed a power-sharing agreement called the National Accord and Reconciliation Act, which establishes the office of prime minister and creates a coalition government.The power-sharing Cabinet, headed by Odinga as Prime Minister, was eventually named on April 13, after lengthy negotiations over its composition
As the youth of this country, what can we do to avert a repeat of this inhuman acts?
I believe strengthening of the electoral reforms and electoral institutions will build confidence amongst the youth. job /wealth creation should be top on the agenda
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