Former Chief Justice David Maraga has condemned corruption as Kenya's most pressing challenge, hinting at a possible presidential run as he takes an increasingly vocal stance on the country's leadership. Breaking his silence, Maraga framed graft as the root of Kenya's struggles, pointing to the need for decisive action.
His remarks come amid growing scrutiny of the embattled Supreme Court, adding weight to his call for accountability.
Maraga, who was speaking at the People Dialogue Festival at Uhuru Park, said that given the chance to lead the country, he would do away with the vice that has permeated most sectors, both public and private. "The truth of the matter is what is ailing this country and very many African countries is corruption.
The moment you deal with corruption, we will have no problem," he told a group on Thursday.
