The government is calling on parents, religious leaders, and elders to help guide the younger generation after protests that were witnessed in several parts of the country on June 25.
Speaking in Bomet County on Monday, June 30, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo urged older members of society to play a more active role in the lives of the youth and encourage them to express themselves in peaceful and respectful ways.
“Please let’s counsel our children when they go astray. Kenya is a country of laws, and those who feel aggrieved have a right to vent within the bounds of our laws," he said.
Omollo condemned the destruction of property, attacks on police officers, and looting that took place during the demonstrations.
He warned that those involved in criminal acts like burning police stations and damaging security vehicles would face the law.
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“We will arraign a couple of individuals in court this week. Do not allow selfish politicians and individuals to use you as pawns. They will not be there when the law catches up with you,” he added.
Omollo also noted that a few criminals had taken advantage of the Gen Z-led protests, turning genuine calls for accountability into attempts to cause chaos and lawlessness.
He said Kenya’s democracy is still fragile and urged political leaders not to misuse young people for personal or political gain.
“Democracy cannot be reduced to periodic elections alone. It demands continuous nurturing through strong institutions, civic education, and genuine political accountability. We cannot achieve this through violent activism or without supporting our leaders and working together to find solutions to our problems.
“We are breeding a pervasive culture of impunity when we allow such actions to go unchallenged,” he added. “If you have a problem with the current leaders, the elections are barely two years away, and you will have an opportunity to seek wananchi’s mandate to implement your vision and agenda for our country," he further said.
