Kenyans unveil a platform to monitor pledges by politicians and cabinet members in the Kenya Kwanza administration under President William Ruto and DP Rigathi Gachagua. Photo : William Ruto/@lindahoguttu /X
In Summary:
1) Kenyans launch a website to track 350+ promises by President Ruto and Kenya Kwanza officials.
2) The platform aims to enhance government accountability and transparency.
Nairobi, Kenya – A new website has been launched by Kenyans to track over 350 promises made by President William Ruto and other officials within the Kenya Kwanza administration.
This initiative aims to hold the government accountable by meticulously monitoring the progress and fulfilment of its pledges.
The initiative gained attention after @lindahoguttu tweeted, “Someone has created a website tracking Kenya Kwanza promises. All 416 of them. The government should use this to its advantage. Focus. Why is it unable to deliver on these promises? What will it take? Meanwhile Gen Z, mad respect.”
Highlighted by @lindahoguttu on X, the website tracks a total of 416 promises.
Someone has created a website tracking Kenya kwanza promises. All 416 of them. Gvt should use this to its advantage. Focus. Why is it unable to deliver on these promises? What will it take? Meanwhile Gen Z, mad respect. @WilliamsRutohttps://t.co/UqFr4ck2SY
— Lindah Oguttu aka Mtu ya mjengo (@lindahoguttu) July 1, 2024
The platform’s creation has sparked discussions about government accountability, especially amidst ongoing anti-government protests led by Gen Z Kenyans.
The website categorizes promises under tabs like “promise” and “status,” providing transparency and making it easier for users to understand the government’s commitments.
It details the status of each promise, including projects that have yet to start and those that are completed.
This tech-driven approach integrates civic engagement, encouraging public scrutiny and reminding government officials of their obligations.
The creators hope the platform will foster greater accountability and prompt the government to deliver on its promises.