NAIROBI, Kenya- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has sent a direct challenge to his daughter, Ngina Kenyatta, urging her to stand alongside Gen Z in their fight for justice and fair governance.
Speaking at the requiem mass of his cousin, the late Kibathi Muigai, in Ngong on Friday, January 17, Uhuru passionately called on young Kenyans—including his daughter—to take an active role in shaping the country’s future.
“Ngina and the rest of your generation, don’t just sit back while what is rightfully yours is being taken away. Fight for your rights! If you don’t, don’t complain when you are exploited. Nothing comes easy.”
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta asks Kenyan Genzs not to fear fighting for their rights. “Everything is worth fighting for,” the ex-President said. #GenZs
His remarks were a rare public call to action directed at his daughter, emphasizing the need for privileged and ordinary youth alike to unite in pushing back against injustices.
Uhuru’s challenge to Ngina and other young Kenyans comes at a critical time, as the Kenyan government ramps up efforts to regulate social media—a tool that has played a crucial role in Gen Z-led activism.
On Thursday, January 16, the Ministry of Interior held a high-level meeting with telecommunications firms and representatives from major social media platforms, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok.
The discussions focused on new regulations aimed at curbing what the government describes as the “misuse” of digital platforms.
Uhuru’s public call to Ngina Kenyatta is a symbolic call for Kenya’s elite youth to stand in solidarity with the masses.
As the daughter of a former president, Ngina has lived a life of privilege, but Uhuru’s message makes it clear: the fight for justice is everyone’s battle, regardless of status.
With the government tightening its grip on digital spaces and youth activism under scrutiny, the question remains: Will Ngina Kenyatta step into the arena and align herself with Gen Z’s fight for their rights?
As Kenya navigates a new wave of digital restrictions and youth activism, the spotlight is on how the next generation of leaders will shape the country’s future. Will they rise to the challenge, or will government crackdowns silence the movement?
