Millennials across Kenya are gearing up for the 2027 elections, determined to oust aging and underperforming Members of Parliament (MPs).
Passage of the Bill was greeted with widespread public outrage with protesters who were still out on the streets resorting to stoning MPs’ vehicles that evening of Thursday, June 20.
With the rallying cry “Hawa wazee wa miaka 70 wanaenda Bunge kufanya nini?” (What are these 70-year-old elders going to do in Parliament?), the younger generation is pushing for change and fresh leadership in the country.
Consecutive protests led to destruction of property and loss of lives as public anger morphed into demands for better governance.
Many millennials have expressed frustration with MPs who voted ‘Yes’ on unpopular bills and have failed to deliver on their promises. As they prepare for the next election, they are launching their own political careers, aiming to bring new energy and ideas to the National Assembly.
Some of the MPs have been at the receiving end of public rage and have had their property torched. Some have been beaten by their electorate.
The movement is gaining momentum as more young people recognize the need for representatives who truly understand the challenges and aspirations of Kenya’s youthful population. This generational shift could signal a significant change in the country’s political landscape come 2027.
By Newshub