EMBU, Kenya- Embu Senator Alexander Munyi Mundigi has called on members of the United Opposition to abandon plans for street demonstrations and instead pursue dialogue with the government as a constructive way of addressing the country’s challenges.
Speaking during a funeral service in Mbeere South, the Embu lawmaker warned that demonstrations witnessed in the recent past had resulted in loss of lives, destruction of property, and economic setbacks that hurt ordinary Kenyans the most.
He said Kenya cannot afford to slide back into instability at a time when the government is implementing key development projects.
“Last year, when there were demonstrations in the country, we saw a lot of property being destroyed, businesses being looted, and people being killed, including Gen Z. Demonstrations cannot bring development; they only take the country backward,” Mundigi said.
The senator emphasized that national progress requires unity, stability, and constructive engagement rather than confrontation.
He urged political leaders across the divide to prioritize peaceful engagement and structured dialogue to resolve disputes.
“The broad-based government led by President William Ruto and his Deputy Professor Kithure Kindiki is focused on developing Kenya. As Kenyans, let us support the government to ensure we get this development. If we keep attacking the same government working hard to develop Kenya, where will this development come from?” he posed.
Mundigi defended the administration of William Ruto and his deputy Kithure Kindiki, stating that their development agenda is anchored in the Kenya Kwanza manifesto, which outlines transformative projects across all 47 counties.
He cited ongoing and planned initiatives, including the construction of better roads and dual carriageways, expansion and equipping of hospitals to improve healthcare services, upgrading of schools, provision of irrigation water to farmers, subsidized fertilizer, and value addition to key cash crops such as coffee, tea, and sugarcane.
He also highlighted affordable housing projects and efforts to raise living standards as part of the government’s broader economic empowerment strategy.
According to the senator, such projects require a peaceful and stable environment to thrive.
Mundigi expressed particular concern over the impact of last year’s protests in Embu County, noting that local businesses, including supermarkets, were looted and many traders suffered heavy losses.
“We saw a lot of property being destroyed, supermarkets looted, many people losing their jobs, and, worst still, lives were lost. Let us not go back to those dark days,” he said.
He warned that repeated unrest would discourage investors, disrupt businesses, and ultimately slow down economic growth, making it harder for the country to achieve its development targets.
The Embu Senator also urged religious leaders and the clergy to pray for peace and national cohesion, saying spiritual guidance and unity are essential for Kenya’s progress.
“I urge the clergy to pray. Let us ask God to prevent Kenya from going back to those dark days. Kenya should be growing and developing, not losing property, businesses and lives because of demonstrations,” Mundigi added.
Mundigi further challenged the United Opposition to present a clear manifesto and practical solutions to the issues they raise instead of mobilizing supporters for protests.
“I want to challenge the United Opposition to give Kenyans their manifesto. Let them offer solutions to the problems they are raising instead of misleading Kenyans to the streets to destroy their own country,” he concluded.
He maintained that while the time for political campaigns will eventually come, the current focus should be on development, stability, and improving the welfare of Kenyans across the country.
