Gen Z activists vow to reject ethnic kingpins ahead of 2027 races
Election
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Election process
He maintained that no politician could claim to command the region’s votes without first earning the confidence of its youthful electorate.
A section of young Kenyans has launched a campaign against ethnic-based politics, vowing to challenge politicians who rely on regional voting blocs to advance their political interests ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Under the Sauti La Vijana movement, the youth accused political leaders of exploiting ethnic divisions to negotiate political deals while overlooking challenges facing young people, including unemployment, mental health struggles, alcoholism and drug abuse.
