A side to side image of the old and new State House has sparked an online debate over the country’s rich history conveyed by the buidling.
Over they year since the inauguration of President William Ruto, Kenyans have been keen to note the changes happening at State House in comparison to when former President Uhuru Kenyatta was in office.
A first the question was whether there was no need to speed millions in renovations when the country and Kenyans at large were dealing with the high cost of living.
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Two year later, the question has shifted to the importance of maintaining the image of State House with many saying it will also attract many as has been the case with White House in the U.S.
“Refurbishments that alter the historic or architectural integrity of a monumental site like State House should be protected by the Monuments Act. State House is not private property to be remodelled to suit the fleeting tastes of each tenant.
Europe attracts millions by preserving centuries-old architecture. Why can’t we value our own heritage and history? Let’s think long-term. This short-sightedness is a disease.” said Ferdinand Omondi
Others have linked the new changes to the need to show opulence by the new regime given the meetings being done and shared over the time.
