President Uhuru Kenyatta [Photo/HapaKenya]
President Uhuru Kenyatta has lauded women and youth elected in the in the August 8 General Election.
President Kenyatta believes that this is a clear sign of progressive leadership in the country.
While congratulating Kenya on its political progress he went on to highlight the election of Kajiado member of the county assembly (MCA) despite his disability.
"Today I am a proud Kenyan for the gains we have made in promoting inclusion of women into elected office. I am proud because I have great confidence in Kenya's women and deep faith in their capacities," he said as quoted by The Standard.
The Head of State appreciated the performance of the last parliament, which he believes worked hard to implement devolution.
"Nevertheless, as important as these gains are, we recognize we still have much more work to do to increase their participation in national leadership. They will forever be remembered for the way they steered and entrenched devolution within a relatively short time," he said.