Uhuru Kenyatta's Warning to Youth During Nairobi Conference

Since the year began, the former President has notably shifted his style of politics to engage the youth, actively encouraging them to stand up for their rightful place...

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Former President Uhuru Kenyatta delivered a strong message to youth at a Nairobi conference, urging them to seize leadership opportunities now rather than waiting for the future.

Kenyatta emphasized that the idea of "leaders of tomorrow" is misleading, asserting that young people are "leaders of today."
The conference, themed 'Harnessing youth leadership to drive Africa’s growth,' was hosted by the IGAD Leadership Academy (ILA) on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
The former Head of State referenced early Kenyan leaders like Tom Mboya and Kenneth Matiba who shaped the nation in their youth, highlighting that age is not a barrier to leadership.

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