Three days ago, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i addressed Kenyans living in the United States, marking a significant political moment as he formally announced his interest in running for the presidency in 2027.
In a bold and passionate speech, Dr. Matiang’i emphasized the urgent need for honest leadership, responsibility, and reform to fix the problems currently facing the country.
Matiang’i strongly criticized the Kenya Kwanza administration, accusing it of neglecting the critical needs of ordinary citizens.
He made it clear that Kenya needs leaders who will not shift blame but take full responsibility for their actions. “Let’s not waste time blaming others. The focus should be on moving forward.
Our dreams lie ahead, and we must chase them. I will not offer excuses or blame anyone. I am fully prepared to be held accountable,” Matiang’i declared.
He noted that many of the issues affecting the country today are linked to poor leadership decisions, highlighting that truth and transparency are essential for building a stronger future.
According to him, leadership is not a joke—it is a weighty responsibility that directly impacts millions of lives.
“You only understand the real pressure of leadership when you’re in that office, knowing every decision you make will affect millions,” he said. “Running a country is not child’s play—it is serious business.
But with commitment and unity, we can overcome the challenges before us. Kenya is a resourceful nation, and we can move forward together.”
Dr. Matiang’i called on Kenyans, both at home and abroad, to unite in building a better country. He especially stressed the importance of including the diaspora in Kenya’s national development. “We cannot build Kenya’s future without involving those living abroad. Your voices are important, and your presence matters,” he said.
During his speech, Matiang’i also expressed concerns about the current state of the education system. He lamented the reduction of government funding for schools and warned that policy uncertainty is hurting teachers, students, and the country’s future. “We had started improving the curriculum to meet job market demands.
We used to send Ksh.1,400 per pupil in primary school and Ksh.22,000 per student in secondary school. Now I’m told the funds have been cut, and in some cases, they don’t even reach the schools,” he explained.
He shared that many school heads and teachers are worried due to these changes, and he stressed that consistency in policy is necessary to keep the education system stable and effective. “We must get together, organize ourselves, and fix this. Education is a foundation for national development, and we cannot afford to mess it up,” he added.
The former CS also honored the memory of the youth who lost their lives during last year’s anti-government protests, a movement largely driven by Gen Z.
He led the audience in observing two minutes of silence in their memory, underscoring the role that young people play in shaping Kenya’s future. “For us in Kenya, this has become what we now call the Gen Z month. Let us pause and honour the brave young people who paid the ultimate price,” he said solemnly.
Dr. Matiang’i wrapped up his speech by encouraging Kenyans to be honest with one another and work together to face the country’s problems.
He said truthfulness, trust in leadership, and accountability are the foundation of real progress. “We have serious challenges in this country, and there is no way forward without truth.
Let’s be honest, confront these issues directly, and fix them together. Many of the problems we’re facing today are the results of leadership choices,” he concluded.
As the 2027 elections draw closer, Dr. Matiang’i’s message of reform, accountability, and national unity is expected to shape the conversation around leadership and governance in Kenya.
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