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By Sebastian Karani, DMCP | EoK Editor  Kenya's Opposition Leaders forging an alliance ahead of 2027. In Kenya today, the political chessboard is abuzz with realignments. From a government branding itself as “broad-based” to an already Tried-and-failed opposition reassembling in preparation for 2027, one question remains unanswered and ignored, Where is the place of the youth? This is not just a rhetorical question. It is a cry echoing from the streets of Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret, and Kakamega places where brave Gen Z youth stood up in 2024 to demand accountability, justice, and inclusion. They protested peacefully. They demanded that the recycling of old, tested — and often failed — leaders stop. They called for job creation, transparent governance, and real representation. In return, some were abducted, others injured, and tragically, a few lost their lives for daring to speak out. Fast forward to 2025, the power games continue only this time, even louder and more exclus...

  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 pa...