PATRIOTISM ON TRIAL?
yeaahhh!
You would think we would be excited by our innovation right. Shock on you, the
news has been received by lots of mockery and jeering, social media is awash
with mock horror (thought to be fair there has been some positive reception too). The vehicle
which comes with extras such as air conditioning and power steering has been ridiculed and laughed for its alleged lack
of aesthetic value otherwise known as ugliness. I do not deny that there isn’t
much to look at, but really why not celebrate the fact that this is a Kenyan
made thing. Haven’t we been yearning for industrialization? Why bring down
those who are literally advancing vision 20-30?
After
reading some of the comments on business daily online, I had to hang my head
and cry for the spirit of my beloved Kenya. There is nothing wrong with well
meant and justified constructive criticism that even has a solution, but this
blanket criticism I condemn. What I decipher from your harsh response is that
you doubt your adequacy; you don’t believe you are good enough. In your minds the
Japanese and Germans are more human than you; the Lord gave them a bigger chunk
of the human brain. For crying out loud decolonize your thinking.
Some of the comments as
seen on, http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/Corporate-News/Kenya-made-car-goes-on-sale-at-Sh950-000/-/539550/2497400/-/glyasbz/-/index.html
Ati Mobius, they could have just
named it Uglius!!!
What an eyesore.
Ugliest jalopy I have ever seen. Hurts just to look at it. Reeks of
"mzungu perception" of what an African car should look like. I still
think its a scam (to rip off UN/NGOs) or some weird money laundering outfit and
I will be shocked if they sell even one unit. What engine does it use (and is
it new or refurbished)? Has it passed any official safety & roadworthiness
tests? Where's the data & certification? Could be a death trap. Also look
at the metal bullbars that can seriously harm pedestrians or cause great damage
even in a small accident. NTSA!!!! KEBS!! Where art thou? This is a scandal!
But
this comments from these patriotic Kenyans redeemed it all;
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This is cool.
Practical and easy to customize. I could definitely use this. For those who are
joining the usual Kenyan bashing party-Kenya's favorite pass time... Sit on
your ramp and hate on anyone who's actually trying to do something- this car is
not built for you. It's built for hard working people who understand the
importance of an affordable, new car that can withstand harsh conditions. The
Japanese garbage in pretty dresses we've been importing is costing us a fortune
to maintain and run and just filling up our dumpy sites. I've seen this car in
testing, it's a great start for local manufacturing. Congratulations to the
team at Möbius, I hope the laws of commerce favor you.
I
particularly liked the phrase ‘Kenyan bashing party-Kenya's favorite
pass time’ that
I would modify to ‘Kenyans bashing Kenya party - Kenyans’ favorite pass time’
You may call it
ugly, but i very proud it's Kenyan. Even if you mother is the ugliest in the
entire county she's still your mother. That's how India started, today the ugly
TATAs and MARUTIs are rolling in thousands from the assembly line and exported
allover the world including Kenya. Thumbs up Mobius the journey has just began.
It's now time for government to switch from passat to mobius....I've also
offered Mobius to post free on www.magaripoa.com.
My
dear friends there is no place like home, East or West home is best. Natujenge Taifa letu, and if you can’t, shut up sit back and let those who can build it
for you.
Long
live Mobius, and even if you don’t I still celebrate you. Do not let them laugh you out of town.
Totally disagree. I think it is because we hold ourselves to a higher standard
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