WHY ALWAYS AN AFRICAN GIRL CHILD? by Imelda Simaloi  (This Essay has been slightly edited.)

In the world there is a continent called Africa.  Although it’s the second biggest continent, it is full of all kinds of primitivity. I’m referring to the past traditional culture that still exist in some communities.

First and foremost to the African girls that must undergo all sorts of problems.  Discriminated by the idea they can never be good leaders. I don’t think there is any good reason why that belief still exists, but indeed, it is only one of the man challenges girls have to face during their lifetime.

I want to be clear that there is something called female genital mutilation (FGM).  This is one example of discrimination.  Why? It just causes pain and loss but does no good at all.  Remember, girls were created by God.  They were give a purpose to be leaders.  What men can do, women can do it better.  Also recall that we’re moving from an analogue age to a digital age and these old practices should not be brought in.

I am speaking specifically to the many communities in Kenya that need to adapt to the new culture and vision known as vision 2030.  I want to prove that women undergo many experiences on this planet and I want to congratulate women for surviving the many indignities they have had to suffer.

I want women to have a chance to lead the nation for I think we will make good leaders.  As you know, the tears of women are very powerful.

Bravo!  Bravo! to the government that has tried to improve the health and education of a girl child, leading us out of being invisible and becoming known by many.