Political activist Morara Kebaso is calling on young Kenyans to step up and go for leadership positions — even if they don’t have deep pockets.
Kebaso encouraged the youth not to fear running for office just because they don’t have money. He pointed out that if 15 million Kenyans each contributed just Ksh100, they could raise Ksh1.5 billion — enough to fund a strong presidential campaign.
“Don’t be discouraged by lack of money,” he wrote. “With Ksh100 from each voter, we can raise enough to campaign and win.”
Kebaso’s message is a wake-up call to the youth who often feel left out of politics, which is usually dominated by older, wealthy individuals. He believes leadership should be for everyone — not just those with money and connections.
He also reminded young people that real change doesn’t come from sitting back and complaining, but from standing up and taking part in leadership. By coming together, even with small amounts of money, people can support honest candidates who truly want to serve the country.
Many Kenyans reacted to the post, some supporting the idea, others unsure if such unity is possible in a country where tribal and political divisions run deep. But Kebaso’s point remains clear — young people have the numbers, the energy, and the potential to lead. They just need to believe in themselves and support each other.
