Mixed Reactions as Bomet MCA Buys Probox to Serve as Ambulance: "Wangonjwa Waache Starehe"

 

Residents of Chemaner Ward rejoiced as their Member of County Assembly, Richard Ruttoh, unveiled a new Probox transformed into an ambulance to cater to their urgent medical needs. Probox ambulance launched by Chemaner MCA Richard Ruttoh. Ruttoh's initiative garnered widespread praise from locals, who lauded his thoughtful gesture of providing them with a rescue vehicle stationed within their community. The ambulance, adorned with vibrant branding and designed to resemble a traditional emergency vehicle complete with audible sirens, was met with jubilant songs and spirited dances from the community members.  Across Kenya, Ruttoh's actions were hailed by many, who commended his exceptional dedication to addressing the healthcare needs of residents, particularly those facing challenges in accessing timely medical services, especially during critical situations. Kenyans on X react @hustler_kabwere "That's better than nothing! Kwanza MCA amejaribu. Others do nothing!" @DrKorirMD "From an MCA, I would say it is a good job. I believe this is to assist emergency patients from his village get to the nearest county hospital. From there the hospital can handle the rest." @chuts_25 "If it's MCA that's a whole KSh 1.4 million there plus the equipment the guy has overworked also probox can access anywhere muhimu ni mgonjwa alike hata kama atajikunja ." @nibabadennis "Assuming this didn't cost KSh 30 million in a tender it's an ok solution for first aid type scenarios like pre-natal care, snake bites, non-life threatening conditions mostly. Wouldn't exactly call it an ambulance but considering our MCA's didn't go to school tusemeje?" @Kenyanimimi "Good job, practical rescue van considering the roads, the speed and the running costs." Other Kenyans expressed displeasure with the MCA's generosity. @philip_gichira "Does this MCA know the meaning of an ambulance the space should be enough for any person lying down." @Antonio_Hezzy "Wagonjwa waache starehe wajikunje bora wafike wapate matibabu." @techrunda "He has done great, but look at the number plate, must be registered to his name. In case mkimuangusha next election anaenda na gari yake." @vince_kips "Hizi shida zote ni sisi tulijiletea . Kalenjin leaders need to be recalled." Nairobi MCA comforts weeping governor Elsewhere, Mlango Kubwa MCA Susan Makungu comforted Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja as he emotionally wept on stage.  The county boss was overwhelmed with tears as he narrated how public schools within Nairobi lacked good infrastructure. Kenyans praised the MCA for being a thoughtful woman by giving the governor a shoulder to lean on. 

by  Nancy Odindo