Implications of Pope Visit to Kenya

The church bells are ringing not just for the Christmas holidays just around the corner but also because the Pope is coming to Kenya. The supreme pontiff on earth, one who symbolizes hope among millions of Catholic around the world is set to come to Kenya in two weeks’ time. His coming will bolster ethical, moral, religious integration as well as boosting the image of the country economically.

The visit of the Pope comes at an opportune time when Kenya as a country is earnestly working to promote national cohesion. There are policies set in place to eliminate all forms of ethnic discrimination irrespective of backgrounds, social circle as well as ideological beliefs, something that is yet to be achieved.

The visit of the Pope, just like that of the president of the United States Barrack Obama, is going to attract the attention of world. The world is going to shift its focus to Kenya for three days. The international media is also going to be there to highlight the event. Kenya, therefore, is going to be exposed to the world.

Millions of people are also expected to attend the function. This is an opportune time for Kenya to market her tourism sector both locally and internationally. Despite the fact that this is a spiritual occasion, there are many business opportunities from it.

The occasion is also good for the security of the country. The Pope has always embraced religious integrations for he has even in the past visited mosques. His coming is likely to wade off the religious intolerance that was almost being cultured by the Alshaab militants. He is also coming at a time when the militants have been threatening to attack the country.

Lastly, the Pope’s high profile visit will create an understanding of the close co-relation between national values system to economic and social stability, improved institutional effectiveness, strengthened democratic process as well as fostering national identity and all these will promote a conducive environment for business both locally and internationally.