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Gen Z have power to shape Kenya’s future
Youths outside the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission offices in Mombasa during the 'Niko Kadi' voter registration campaign on March 24, 2026.
Change • Young people have the power to determine the country’s future by voting instead of just complaining about poor leadership, says James Mbugua. “We should take advantage of the voter registration by the IEBC to participate in choosing the leaders who reflect our hopes and needs. The ‘Niko Kadi’ campaign for the 2027 elections presents a real opportunity for change.” His contact is [email protected].
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Warning • The sharp decline in diaspora remittances from the United States, one of Kenya’s most reliable foreign exchange sources, is a warning, says Okinda Scand. “These diaspora inflows have provided a financial cushion, stabilising households and supporting the Kenya shilling. A nearly 15 per cent drop is a key signal to rethink this external dependence.” His contact is [email protected].
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Blackouts • The frequent power outages around Koru, especially just past the police station in Muhoroni, Kisumu County, are worrying, says Damson Opiyo Onger. “The blackouts are experienced at intervals of eight hours, and it takes several hours for electricity to be restored. Can Kenya Power tell us what’s happening? We want ‘pawa’!” His contact is [email protected].
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Fuel • Now that the Strait of Hormuz has been reopened for oil tankers from the Middle East to pass through, Prof Sam Chege says our government should now withdraw the recent high fuel price increases. Writing from his base in Kansas, US, he adds: “This will make the cost of living much more affordable for Kenyans.” His contact is [email protected].
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Energy • The oil price shock has left no doubt as to why we should shift to electric cars, remarks university don XN Iraki. “Energy security only rivals food security. The government shouldn’t slow down this shift because of the anticipated loss of revenue from fuel taxes and levies. There are alternative revenue sources through innovation, just look at the profitable Safaricom!” His contact is [email protected].
Have an innovative day, won’t you!
