The coming into force of the Constitution of Kenya in 2010 has widely been seen as a cornerstone for the development of a national ethos that unites us as a country and a precursor to peaceful co-existence. The letter and spirit of the constitution have thus to be operationalised through a plethora of connected actions such as reforms in government arms and organs, legislative effectiveness and efficiency, respect for the rule of just law and civic engagement.
The role of the citizens in ensuring that as a country we realise peace and prosperity cannot be gainsaid. Kenya’s diversity is perhaps its strongest asset, but in the past it has been used as a fulcrum for divisive politics and marginalisation. We have an opportunity as a country to change that by accepting the fact that we are one nation, one people and are bound by one destiny.
The Constitution and Reform Education Consortium – CRECO, undertook a study to map out the incidences of violence as has been witnessed in the recent past in order to develop a basis for monitoring and carrying out other actions by different actors that are hoped to culminate in building a culture of peace in Kenya. Indeed this study is a critical but first step in the process. The report is referenced to march 31st 2012.
