President Uhuru Kenyatta has assured different stakeholders that his government will continue supporting performing arts before he retires.
Speaking on Wednesday at State House Nakuru during the finalists’ gala of the 93rd Kenya Music Festival, the Head of State said that he has good plans for upcoming talents.
He reminded youths that his government has put in place several measures to harness and transform talent.
The president also encouraged talented youths to explore their ability for the sake of the economic growth of the nation in the coming years. He further noted that the youth are the future leaders of tomorrow, hence start leading by example.
“My government will continue supporting national music festivals as they develop talent, promote the preservation and appreciation of the diverse Kenyan cultures, foster unity, cohesion and integration in the country and beyond,” President Kenyatta said, as quoted by the Nation.
He said that talent promotes diversity and unity across the nation. He also revisited his tour to Jamaica, where he said he learned several things about culture and music.
President Kenyatta further said that he is ready to stand with different institutions in the promotion of music and other forms of art. During the event, several institutions of learning showcased their talents.