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Youth at the Crossroads: A Generation's Fight for Leadership and Accountability

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  Photo Courtesy: Sebastian Karani, DMCP - Facebook  As Kenya grapples with a political landscape marred by corruption and unfulfilled promises, a new wave of activism is brewing among the country’s young population. This generation, often referred to as Generation Z is stepping up, not just in protest, but in action. For many, the goal is clear: reshape the nation’s future through leadership, education, and empowerment. Following the protests that echoed across the nation, youths are now shifting their focus from the streets to strategy. Conversations are sprouting across different circles, from urban hubs to rural communities, where young people are determined to hold leaders accountable, starting with educating themselves and their peers on leadership and governance. The sentiment is unanimous: the success of any civic education efforts will ultimately be measured at the ballot box come 2027. Learning from 2022: The Cost of Missed Opportunities The 2022 general elections painted a s

Empowering Youth: Saying No to Political Manipulation

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  In today's dynamic political landscape, young people are increasingly targeted for political manipulation. Whether through misinformation campaigns, polarizing rhetoric, or manipulation of social media, the youth are often seen as easy targets. However, it's crucial for the younger generation to recognize the importance of saying no to political manipulation and taking control of their own narrative. Firstly, succumbing to political manipulation undermines the very essence of democracy. Youth engagement in politics is vital for the health of any democracy, but when that engagement is tainted by manipulation, it distorts the democratic process. By resisting manipulation, young people uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and fairness in governance. Secondly, succumbing to manipulation perpetuates the cycle of division and polarization. Political manipulators thrive on creating rifts within society, pitting one group against another for their own gain. By rejec

“DO NOT TREAT COURT ORDERS LIKE A TISSUE PAPER, YOU ARE A PRODUCT OF THE JUDICIARY.” HON. MASINDE TO PRESIDENT RUTO.

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  What you need to know: Hon. Julius Masinde was reacting to President William Ruto's recent utterances on disrespecting some court orders. He calls upon the government to adhere to all court orders for or against their wishes. In what has been seen as a direct attack to the Judiciary, leaders across the divide have teamed up against the head of state in his recent pronouncements directed at the judiciary. They are expressing doubt and are much concerned on the direction President William Ruto’s Kenya kwanza government wants to take as far as the independence of the judiciary is concerned. After activist Okiya Omtatah ‘s harsh defense on the Judiciary, Hon. Julius Masinde, former senatorial candidate in Bungoma’s by-election has joined up guns blazing. To Hon. Masinde, President William Ruto and his government are products of the judiciary without which he couldn’t be peaceably holding the position. Hon. Masinde flashbacks the supreme court decision that uphold President William Ru