Kenya’s political future is increasingly being shaped by the youth.
In a fiery debate at Zetech University, students directly challenged political leaders and analysts on President William Ruto’s performance.
Fanya Mambo argued that the government has failed to meet the needs of ordinary citizens, especially in education and economic management.
Jimmy Gikwa defended the administration, stating that reform takes time and that structural change cannot happen overnight.
Willis Raburu highlighted a deeper issue — youth voices are often mobilized for political gain but rarely integrated into real decision-making structures.
The debate touched on:
- University funding model controversies
- Allegations of corruption and governance failures
- TikTok regulation debate
- Compensation for victims of political unrest
- Whether Kenya remains a functioning democracy
One key takeaway emerged clearly: youth must move beyond social media activism and register as voters.
The 2027 election will likely depend heavily on the Gen Z vote — and whether that vote materializes in actual turnout.
Kenya’s democracy may not collapse overnight, but its strength will depend on civic participation.
The youth now understand this.
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