[kictanet] Slaying the Tribal Monster!

[bitange at jambo.co.ke]

Edith,
We must take a few moments to congraturate our Media for sticking with
issues.  David Makali and team in his two programmes, Julie Gichuru and
their colleagues from other stations have done a sterling job but we are
let down everytime these politicians pick up the microphone to talk to the
harpless citizens.


Ndemo.




> Listers,
>
> I can't resist but share my pain....that indeed the media can entertain
> "raw tribal discussions" on live TV! While one may argue that it's reality
> and we must deal with it, if it divides us and tears us apart, why not
> pursue other alternatives?...why not take advantage of this defining
> moment in our history (backed by the current constitution) to build a NEW
> FOUNDATION and help the country "unlearn" these bad habits that we've been
> socialized into over the years and has taken us no-where? It's possible to
> "unlearn"!!
>
> The good bible tells us "teach thy children the ways of the Lord and they
> shall never depart from it"....in the same vein "feed Kenyans with
> positive vibes and we shall build a stronger and more united country"
>
> Media (which forms this important industry represented on this list) is
> well aware that by their very nature, they "set the agenda and shape
> public opinion". You have a huge responsibility to play in carving a great
> future for Kenya, stand up and resist ethnic division in this country. We
> must build our nation based on development concerns and address issues
> dear to the hearts of Kenyans.
>
> When last time (2007/2008), Bwana Ndemo gave his opinion (official or
> non-official) about the role the media played in 2007, I wonder if he
> wasn't right? Where is NCIC? Where is the Media Council?
>
> This madness has to stop!
>
> Edith (my heart is bleeding for Kenya).
>
>
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