Stepping Down from Violence

2-13-12

Hey Everyone!

I hope you enjoyed my last post and will enjoy this one as well. I came across an article that opened my eyes to how something negative can be turned around in a unique way. There have been many cases where bad news for a country brought down the spirits of its inhabitants and it is really uplifting to hear about news of countries that overcame the negativity. This is the case in this article about Kenya, called "Kenyan Finance Minister Kenyatta to ‘Step Aside,’ Remain as Deputy Premier." Kenya's finance minister, Uhuru Kenyatta, was charged with "directing violent attacks, including murder and forced displacement, after a disputed presidential election that left 1,500 people dead and uprooted another 300,000 from their homes." This atrocity is incredibly upsetting to witness and can do a great deal of damage to the perception of a country and its government.

Thankfully, Kenyatta chose to step down from his position after he was charged. This is great news because it will allow another candidate to take charge of the exhibitions of the country and be more civilized and humane when it comes to the preservation of human life. Kenyatta was a hindering aspect of the government and created an absolutely horrific situation for the people of Kenya. He brought sadness to the country and created harmful situations that should have been avoided. The fact that he stepped down from his position is very positive news and will hopefully allow Kenyans to make improvements in their financial ministering duties and will put an end to the violence present in some of the government boards.

To read more about this article, please visit:

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-01-26/kenyatta-resigns-as-kenya-finance-chief-after-charges-over-poll-violence.html

Thank you!    



African Tweeters

1-30-12

Hello Everyone!

I hope you found the last post to be informative and opened your eyes to the wonders of Kenya!

     

        I've conducted some research and found an article that I found incredibly interesting, especially in the given times. With the modern advancements in social media spreading all over the world, it is encouraging to view this spread in many different areas of the globe, including Kenya. According to the Associated Press, the expansion of Twitter in Kenya is proving to be an aid in the social linking tools throughout the nation and the rest of the world. Many Kenyans are increasing their usage of Twitter and other social media websites on Blackberrys and iPhones.

       

       "The research, called “How Africa Tweets,” found Twitter is helping form new links within Africa." The ongoing and interacting tweets over the virtual socializing website allow Kenyans to express their viewpoints on the going-ons all over the continent and make connections with other tweeters who share their concerns and opinions. "More than 80 percent of those polled said they mainly used it for communicating with friends, 68 percent said they use it to monitor news and 22 percent to search for jobs." There are many different opportunities when it comes to the use of Twitter and the people of Kenya seem to be taking advantage of that.

      I believe this is an incredibly invigorating and essential aspect to the advancement of the country. With the rest of the world taking part in more active social media websites, it is very inspiring to notice that Kenya is spreading its impact all over the world. This advancement will allow more prominent ties to be made and will encourage interaction between Kenya and other areas in the world. I am hopeful that this impact will continue to increase and allow Kenyans to make greater connections. To view the article and read more about this topic, please visit the website at this link:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/africa/research-african-tweeters-young-at-20-29-led-by-south-africa-kenya-nigeria/2012/01/26/gIQAntZXSQ_story.html

Thank you!