2021 was one of the most tiresome, stressful and dreadful year to almost every Kenyan. This was due to some of challenges demonstrated by COVID-19 pandemic. There were strict measures implemented by the ministry of health to help curb virus infections. Lockdown and curfew ruled the entire breath of the nation. Cessation of movement was the goal which saw a number of citizens being affected either financially, physically or emotionally. Companies and organizations were forced to shut down due rapid spread of deadly Corona Virus. It was a huge blow to our economy. The status of our economy had deteriorated beyond recognition. It was deplorable. Dismay filled out hearts and we were perturbed who will save our country from jaws of that ‘monster’.

Parents on the other side had a rough time catering for the needs of their children. Schools were also shut down for almost a year affecting education calendar. However, everything was resolved and restored back to normal though with new changes. In one way or another we all faced the wrath side of the pandemic. Multiple of challenges erupted from every corner. It was another hell on earth.

2022 is another year yet to unleash its own new realities and changes. And it’s the dream of every Kenyan to see light at the end of their dark tunnel. During the time of distress and regrets, back in 2021, we all strived to soldier on. We lived by faith knowing that normalcy would be attained again. Despite the fact that we lost our loved ones through death, we kept on believing in better times ahead. Hope and greatness enthroned the heart and mind of many. Every Kenyan embraced hardwork and discipline in the name of changing their lives statuses despite the pandemic. And that’s what defined our undying spirit.

Although Corona virus still haunts our lives, 2022 should be a year of change to everyone. We should shed off the old version of us. Anticipating for a change and better tommorow should be the drive force. After independence, Kenya was and still is a free country. we had more time and chance to change our visions and missions in life. So faith, discipline and hardwork applies in the realm of life. A discpline and loyal citizen will always shun away from anything evil or unholy that will harm others. Moreover, an individual with faith believes in turning the impossible into possible. But remember it would be difficult to survive with faith only. Hardwork now dives in. Faith and hardwork goes hand in hand with each other. You can confidently anticipate for an outcome when you have invested your time and energy in those two productive qualities that defines a better future and version of you.

Usher the new year in style. Recharge your self esteem with faith, discipline and hardwork. As we pertake different activities, the three should be our daily life theme. The government together with the ministry of health is grappling with the virus for the betterment our lives. On the hand, we shouldn’t sleep. Let’s pray and fight for hope. We still don’t know for how long will it exist. So the rules implemented earlier are still in effect. Don’t permit ignorance disease to kill you. Abide by all rules. By embracing faith, discipline and hardwork it will foster the development of our economy, social, religion and political life. We can reach at the pinnacle of everything. The new year has kicked off and it’s time to secure even more the future of our country, Kenya.

Communication and media student student at Rongo University.

By Maxwell Kamau,