As leaders and other stakeholders try to seek better ways to solve problems of increased cases of femicide, corruption, and lack of good governance, religious leaders are appealing for visible action from those in power, emphasising the need to build and enhance a foundation for a good society where women are not targeted because of gender parity.
Speaking in Eldoret at the Ayub Kinywa PCEA church during a rites of initiation ceremony to mark the passage to maturity of over 100 boys and girls, the church leaders emphasised the importance of transparency, ethics, and accountability in governance and an open and honest political system to help foster public trust and ensure key decisions are made in the people’s best interests.
“The skills we teach during the programme set them up for success as adults. Parenting has to involve training children to become successful, respectful, responsible adults while also focusing on building a strong relationship that will last a lifetime,” Kituku said.
He added: “Adherence to acceptable moral standards and the instilling of values and good principles play a crucial part in enhancing good governance besides fostering fairness in society.”
They urged every member of society to stick to good practices of hygiene and engage the services of professional medical practitioners to end cases of botched circumcision and deaths of boys.
“As children grow into adults, they begin to realise that the world doesn’t revolve around them, and it’s sometimes difficult for them to cope if not well prepared for adulthood. It is therefore important to help them understand the world and that their actions have consequences,” Mrs. Kinuthia explained.
The initiates acknowledged the skills and knowledge gained, noting it will enable them to stand for their rights as they can now detect and avoid violent partners, avoid indulgence in harmful substances, fight against corruption, actively participate in decision-making, and promote a just society.
By Ekuwam Sylvester
