33 Quotes by Mwai Kibaki

It is our hope that Palestine will soon be welcomed to the community of nations with full - in my opinion - full membership in the United Nations.

I am inheriting a country which has been badly ravaged by years of misrule and ineptitude. There has been a wide disconnect between the people and the government.

We know from our own history, and that of our neighbors, that where conflicts and disagreements are not resolved peacefully, the suffering and bloodshed that follows and the collapse of economic and social development leads to tragic consequences.

It is our belief that nations should embrace dialogue and peaceful settlement of disputes instead of rushing to arms, for suffering and bloodshed will ensue.

We wish to firmly demonstrate to the world our determination to eliminate all forms of illegal trade in ivory. Poachers and illegal trades in ivory must know that their days are numbered.

Peace is the cornerstone of our development.

Our task will be to advance Kenya's interests and ensure they are well served.

I am calling upon all of you to come out and fight corruption and agree to support the government in fighting corruption as our first priority.

The era of roadside decisions, declarations have gone. My government's decisions will be guided by teamwork and consultations.