So that was his story. And then my father came of age as Kenyans were pursuing independence, and he was proud to be a part of that liberation generation. And ultimately, one university gave him that chance -- the University in Hawaii. And he would go on to get an education and then return home.
And here, at first he found success as an economist and worked with the government. But ultimately, he found disappointment -- in part because he couldn't reconcile the ideas that he had for his young country with the hard realities that had confronted him. And I think sometimes about what these stories tell us, what the history and the past tell us about the future.
They show the enormous barriers to progress that so many Kenyans faced just one or two generations ago. This is a young country. We're only a generation removed.
And the daily limitations -- and sometimes humiliations -- of colonialism -- that's recent history. The corruption and cronyism and tribalism that sometimes confront young nations -- that's recent history. But what these stories also tell us is an arch of progress -- from foreign rule to independence; from isolation to education, and engagement with a wider world. It speaks of incredible progress.
So we have to know the history of Kenya, just as we Americans have to know our American history. All people have to understand where they come from. But we also have to remember why these lessons are important. We know a history so that we can learn from it. We learn our history because we understand the sacrifices that were made before, so that when we make sacrifices we understand we're doing it on behalf of future generations.
And when it comes to the people of Kenya -- particularly the youth -- I believe there is no limit to what you can achieve. A young, ambitious Kenyan today should not have to do what my grandfather did, and serve a foreign master. You don't need to do what my father did, and leave your home in order to get a good education and access to opportunity.
Now, like any country, Kenya is far from perfect, but it has come so far in just my lifetime. After a bitter struggle, Kenyans claimed their independence just a few years after I was born. And after decades of one party-rule, Kenya embraced a multi-party system in the s, just as I was beginning my own political career in the United States.
Tragically, just under a decade ago, Kenya was nearly torn apart by violence at the same time that I was running for my first campaign for President. And I remember hearing the reports of thousands of innocent people being killed or driven from their homes. And from a distance, it seemed like the Kenya that I knew -- a Kenya that was able to reach beyond ethnic and tribal lines -- that it might split apart across those lines of tribe and ethnicity.
But look what happened. The people of Kenya chose not to be defined by the hatreds of the past -- you chose a better history. The voices of ordinary people, and political leaders and civil society did not eliminate all these divisions, but you addressed the divisions and differences peacefully. In other words, Kenyans chose to stay together. You chose the path of Harambee. From the city square to the smallest villages, MPesa is changing the way people use money. New investment is making Kenya a hub for regional trade.
When I came here as a U. Think about that. It started at the same place -- South Korea had gone here, and Kenya was here. But today, that gap has been cut in half just in the last decade. Which means Kenya is making progress. And meanwhile, Kenya continues to carve out a distinct place in the community of nations: As a source of peacekeepers for places torn apart by conflict, a host for refugees driven from their homes. A leader for conservation, following the footprints of Wangari Maathai.
Kenya is one of the places on this continent that truly observes freedom of the press, and their fearless journalists and courageous civil society members.
And in the United States, we see the legacy of Kip Keino every time a Kenyan wins one of our marathons. And maybe the First Lady of Kenya is going to win one soon. I told the President he has to start running with his wife. We want him to stay fit. It's a good-news story. But we also know the progress is not complete. There are still problems that shadow ordinary Kenyans every day -- challenges that can deny you your livelihood, and sometimes deny you lives.
As in America -- and so many countries around the globe -- economic growth has not always been broadly shared. Sometimes people at the top do very well, but ordinary people still struggle.
Today, a young child in Nyanza Province is four times more likely to die than a child in Central Province -- even though they are equal in dignity and the eyes of God.
That's a gap that has to be closed. A girl in Rift Valley is far less likely to attend secondary school than a girl in Nairobi.
And despite the hard-earned political progress that I spoke of, those political gains still have to be protected. New laws and restrictions could close off the space where civil society gives individual citizens a voice and holds leaders accountable. Old tribal divisions and ethnic divisions can still be stirred up. It is a failure -- a failure of imagination. Of course, here, in Kenya, we also know the specter of terrorism has touched far too many lives.
We remember the innocent Kenyans who were taken from us at Westgate Mall. We weep for the nearly people slaughtered at Garissa -- including so many students who had such a bright future before them. It is not clear how exactly the scam is working, but this week the Communication Authority of Kenya, the body that regulates the mobile phone industry, told users to be on their guard:.
Safaricom also urged customers to safeguard their passwords, dates of birth and national identity numbers. It also said that subscribers should be aware of its official customer care number so as not to be duped by those trying to get access their account. Money via mobile: The M-Pesa revolution. Why M-Pesa failed in South Africa. Kenya tweeters pay for brain surgery.
Google's balloons to deliver net to Kenya. Africa Today podcasts. Image source, AFP. Kenya has the highest number of mobile money users in the world. He tweeted that the whole experience had scared him. Business people are entitled to Business Visa. Business Visa can be a single-entry visa or multiple entry visa. Yes, Indians can apply for Kenyan Visa online either by filling the application form online that is available in the official website of the Kenyan Embassy or by personally going and inquiring at the Embassy of Republic on Kenya New Delhi.
Yes, the applicants can apply for any Kenyan Visa based on the type of Visa they need. Type of Visa is based on the purpose of the visit. If it is for tourism purpose applicant can apply for a tourist visa, if the visit is for business purpose the applicant can apply for a business visa. A mosquito bite causes yellow fever. Not all mosquito causes yellow fever only a mosquito namely Aedes Aegypti causes yellow fever.
Yes, before you go to Kenya, you need to take the yellow fever vaccine, and you need to submit the certificate of yellow fever vaccination with the other documents to the Kenyan Embassy. Yes, the yellow fever vaccine is mandatory; otherwise, you will not be allowed to enter Kenya without the vaccine and the vaccination certificate. It is advisable to take the vaccine ten days before your trip. Yellow-fleshed sweet potato is said to be the source of Vitamin A.
Kenyans produce the red, white and purple variety of sweet potato. There is a deficiency of Vitamin A in Kenyan's diet. It is always recommendable to take travel insurance to Kenya. One of the prime concerns when you travel abroad is hospital cost, among other things.
Your travel insurance will allow you to use medical services in the nation. Furthermore, you can create your own customized plan to ensure that you only pay for what you need. Kenya Visa Guide About Kenya Kenya is a country in Africa that is famous for its safari parks, but there is a lot more that the country has to offer such as coral reefs and beaches.
It has numerous animals but the most prominent animal is the Wildebeest. The reason for the popularity of the reserve is down to the elephant hordes and the magnificent view of Mount Kilimanjaro. Tsavo National Park - One of the largest parks in Kenya. It comprises of rivers, waterfalls, Savannah, volcanic hills and lava rock plateau. Huge flocks of pink flamingo are seen in this park. Lamu Old town is the oldest town with origins from the 12th century. Lake Naivasha — Lake Naivasha is a perfect place for bird lovers.
Nairobi — Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and is also famous for its historic sites. Nairobi National Park and the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust — The park has animals like buffalo, leopards, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, elephants and cheetah. They also have a rhino sanctuary which allows you to witness the magnificent yet endangered rhinos.
Malindi — Malindi is a city on the eastern coast of Kenya. The city is famous as a popular tourist destination due to its splendid beaches and resorts. Mount Kenya National Park — it has the famous Mount Kenya which is formed by a series of volcanic eruptions. The Big Five Animals are found in this park. Service Visa For Kenya Service Visa is the visa for foreign or Indian citizens who do not have a diplomatic passport but a service passport.
Fill up the application form: Kenya visa for Indians is easy to get and does not have as many restrictions when compared to other countries such as U. Payment method: After filling up the application form next step is to choose a payment method for the fees, whether you want to pay the fees online or by demand drafts or cheque.
Confirmation email: Once the payment is accepted the applicant will receive a confirmation email. The requirements are: The passport must be valid for six months, and it must have one blank page so that the visa can be stamped. The passport must be in good condition. The applicant has to submit a copy of the confirmation page of the application form with the date and applicant's signature or a print out of Kenyan eVisa.
However, it is common to see men who know each other well, walking and talking whilst remaining hand in hand. This is accepted and in no way seen as strange behaviour. Kenya is an extremely open and friendly society, so if you know someone well, touching a shoulder or arm in conversation is common, as is plenty of laughter. However, one is expected to turn up for meetings on time, and an apology and explanation is expected. Heavy rain can slow things down to a standstill, such as public transportation, consequently traffic.
Women are generally expected to do the majority of the work in the home, especially in rural areas —farming, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and caring for the children. In rural areas, women usually do not wear trousers and are not expected to smoke and drink in public. However, in Nairobi and other cities, gender roles and values are very much in line with Western cultures, where wearing trousers, drinking and smoking are common among females is common across the genders.
Things are changing as society modernizes. Whilst Swahili or Kiswahili is the national language of Kenya, English widely spoken as the formal and international language. However, as you move into the rural areas, the common language is Swahili or the mother tongue — tribe common in the area.
Each province has a tribe or tribes that is common to the area. Swahili is however common to all Kenyans and English is commonly spoken in the cities and urban areas.
Sheng is a commonly spoken slang in Kenya's capital, and other urban cities in the country. It is a mixture of Swahili and English, with a sprinkling of other indigenous languages.
In fact, Sheng is more than just slang - it's a lifestyle, especially among the urban youth who, today, are more fluent in Sheng than in the purer forms of Kiswahili. With all situations that involve food you must always keep in mind that you are in a part of the world where attitudes to food can be drastically different to those in your home country. In the West, we may be used to the concept of food as being taken for granted and even indeed viewed as something of a "leisure pursuit" where we may expect a wide variety of choice where we "take what we fancy" or eat mainly for fun.
In large parts of the developing world, the primary focus of many people's difficult working life may be purely to provide sufficient food, of any kind, to keep them and their family alive. In this context, you will understand that it will be grossly inappropriate and unacceptable for you to waste food or to refuse or complain about it just because it is not exactly what you want.
Kenyan cuisine is rich in ethnic diversity. Popular staple foods include Ugali, rice, bread, chapatti beef, chicken, goat, tilapia and an assortment of fresh vegetables and fruits.
In times of celebration and on special occasions such as Christmas and wedding ceremonies, it is customary for Kenyans to kill and roast a goat, cow or chicken. Tea is a common beverage in Kenya and regularly taken especially at 10am and 4pm. In most homes, it is taken also after the evening meal. The tea is normally sweet and milky. When invited for a meal, you should accept the meal that is offered to show that you accept their hospitality. The best course of action is to behave formally.
When in doubt, watch what others are doing and follow their lead. It is considered polite to finish everything on your plate, although it is not mandatory. Kenyans also place great importance on family.
They place great emphasis and honour collective responsibilities and traditional values, which include treating the elderly with respect and reverence. Quite often it is common for people to live with their relatives and share their belongings. Many families also live with and care for their aged parents. As you might expect in a group-orientated culture, the upbringing of a child is the responsibility of the entire family and the extended family as well.
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