President William Ruto dissolved his entire cabinet, sparking a fervent response from the country’s Generation Z. This youthful cohort, characterized by their digital savviness and political activism, has vowed to maintain pressure on the government until all their demands are met.
Following President Ruto’s announcement, a vibrant discussion took place on X, a popular social media platform, where young Kenyans expressed their determination to continue their fight for a better country. The dissolution of the cabinet, according to these youths, is just the beginning.
“We have to be very petty, today we have had a win let us not get tired. We need to show them it is not business as usual,” declared one listener during the X Space discussion. This sentiment echoes the broader resolve among Generation Z to hold the government accountable, especially in the wake of the Finance Bill 2024 protests, which highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with the current administration.
The demands from these young activists are clear and uncompromising. In addition to the cabinet secretaries (CSs) being sent home, they are calling for comprehensive audits of these officials to ensure any existing cases of misconduct are addressed. The youths emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, stating that they will not be swayed by political maneuvers.
“President Ruto is full of ‘cards’ we need to be sure which one he is playing, the first card we saw, he went and united with Raila, what is his endgame?” questioned one participant, reflecting the skepticism and vigilance with which these young Kenyans view the president’s actions.
Furthermore, the activists are demanding a reshuffling of all Permanent Secretaries (PS) once new cabinet secretaries with clean track records are appointed. This, they believe, is a crucial step in the fight against corruption. “On corruption, we are far from the end of it, after this, let us now look into the County government, it is where corruption is rampant,” they asserted.
The dissolution of the cabinet and the subsequent demands from Generation Z highlight a pivotal moment in Kenya’s political evolution. The youthful generation is leveraging their collective voice and digital platforms to push for substantial reforms and greater accountability in governance.
As the country navigates this period of political uncertainty, it is clear that Generation Z is not merely a passive observer but an active and determined participant in shaping Kenya’s future. Their unwavering resolve serves as a reminder that the fight for a better nation is far from over, and their demands for transparency, accountability, and integrity in government will continue to resonate across the political spectrum.
In the coming days, all eyes will be on President Ruto and his administration as they respond to these demands. The actions taken will not only determine the immediate political landscape but also set the tone for the relationship between the government and its increasingly assertive and vocal youth population.
