NARC Kenya Party leader Martha Karua has dismissed President William Ruto’s call for a national dialogue, describing it as a tactic to undermine the demands for accountability and reform led by Gen Z.
Karua, speaking shortly after the announcement of a six-day multi-sectorial dialogue forum, emphasized that any meaningful dialogue must be conducted in good faith and with the best interests of the people in mind.
“Dialogue can only be meaningful if the players have good faith and are guided by the best interests of the people. Let’s be careful as the political class lest we hijack the genuine clamour for accountability and reforms by the Gen Z. I agree with those who say Action Now on the clear and attainable demands of the Gen Z to enhance accountability and make the state work for the masses rather than for a handful of elites,” Karua stated.
“This is a trap, period.”
Eugene Wamalwa, Karua’s counterpart in the Azimio la Umoja coalition, echoed her sentiments, unequivocally rejecting the calls for dialogue by stating, “I am not boarding!”
Their reactions come just hours after President Ruto, supported by opposition leader Raila Odinga, announced a six-day forum starting Monday, July 15. The forum aims to address pressing national issues and includes representatives from political parties, religious groups, civil society, employers, and youth.
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