Embattled Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua/courtesy.
In recent weeks, the political stage in Kenya has seen one of its most dramatic turns with the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Riggy G’s removal has stirred conversations not just in Parliament but across every corner of the country. For millions of Kenyans, this moment is about more than the fate of one politician; it’s about the future of the nation they call home.
For years, Kenyans have watched political scandals unfold—leaders accused of corruption, injustice, and using public office for personal gain. Many feel the weight of this on their daily lives. Whether you are a farmer in Meru, a fisherman in Kisumu, a business owner in Nairobi, or a boda-boda rider in Bungoma, the reality is the same: the economy is tough, and the promises of a better Kenya seem ever distant.
The impeachment of Gachagua, laden with accusations of corruption, wealth accumulation, and ethnic bias, could be seen as just another chapter in the long book of Kenya’s political history. But for many, it is a moment of reckoning.
Gachagua, who was once seen as a rising star, now faces the consequence of a leadership that many feel has neglected the people. His defense, where he points fingers at the system that shaped him, doesn’t seem to resonate with those who have lived under the burden of rising costs, unemployment, and broken promises.
What does this moment mean for Kenyans?
For the youth, who make up over 70 per cent of the population, this is more than just another news cycle. It is a sign that perhaps the system they feel so alienated from is beginning to crack.
Many young people feel disillusioned by the politics of their parents’ generation, where tribal lines often defined loyalties, and corruption was accepted as part of life. But now, a new fire burns among them—one that looks to the 2027 elections with hope and determination.
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Young Kenyans are no longer willing to accept the status quo. They dream of a government that is transparent, accountable, and truly serves its people. This generation, armed with education, social media, and an increasing awareness of global politics, wants leaders who are answerable to them.
Kenyan youths are tired of seeing wealth concentrated in the hands of a few while the majority struggle to get by. They want change, and they believe they can be the drivers of it.
However, the push for change is not just a youth movement. Mothers in rural areas want better healthcare and schools for their children. Fathers, working multiple jobs to make ends meet, want a government that helps lift them out of poverty instead of pushing them further into it with high taxes.
Elders, who have seen the ups and downs of Kenya’s political history, long for stability—a Kenya where their grandchildren can grow without the constant fear of political instability or economic hardship.
The removal of Gachagua is not a victory for one tribe, one party, or one group. It is a call to action for every Kenyan, regardless of their background, ethnicity, or economic status. It is a moment to reflect on the kind of leadership the country truly needs. Kenyans are tired of the politics of division and corruption. They want a government that unites rather than divides, one that puts the interests of the nation above personal gain.
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As we look toward the 2027 elections, there is a sense of hope, but also of caution. Kenyans know that real change is not easy. It requires not just new leaders but a complete shift in how politics is done in the country. It requires a commitment from every citizen to hold their leaders accountable, to demand transparency, and to reject the politics of fear and division.
Gachagua may have been the sacrificial lamb in this political saga, but the responsibility now lies with the people. Will they rise to the occasion and demand the change they so desperately seek? Or they will allow the same cycle of broken promises and corruption to continue.
The power lies in the hands of the 50 million Kenyans, from the cities to the villages. The question is: will they use it?
