For my non-Kenyan friends, “usiguse murima” loosely translates to “don’t touch the mountain.” It’s a phrase that recently sparked national conversation and debate in Kenya, thanks to a certain Deputy President whose passionate defense of “the mountain” became his calling card—and, ironically, his downfall. Accused of tribalism and labeled a “tribal chief” rather than a national leader, his values (or the perception of them) came under sharp scrutiny. The gusto with which he guarded the mountain earned him applause from some and ire from others. Ultimately, it landed him in hot water, costing him his position. As I watched this political drama unfold, I couldn’t help but reflect: What values do our leaders actually live by? And more importantly, what values do I live by? The truth is, values drive our behavior and character whether or not we’re conscious of them. They’re like an unspoken signature that defines how we’re perceived—and remembered. Just as the Deputy President'...
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