Friday, April 4, 2024 - Former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka has initiated a deliberate campaign to secure support from the Mount Kenya region, demonstrating a strategic move towards unifying the Kikuyu and Akamba communities.
On Thursday, Kalonzo held a
meeting with the Kikuyu council of elders at Ruaka offices.
Kalonzo's agenda focused on
bridging the historical gap between the Kikuyu and Kamba communities,
advocating for their inclusion within the GEMA (Gikuyu, Embu, Meru, Akamba)
framework.
He emphasized that his
intentions surpassed mere political maneuvering, aiming instead for a society
characterized by cohesion and harmony, transcending past divisions that have
hindered progress.
Addressing the Kikuyu elders,
Kalonzo urged them to embrace his unity bid, stressing the importance of
solidarity amidst prevailing political uncertainties.
He pledged unwavering commitment
to their cause, promising continued engagement and outreach to community
leaders across the region.
He said that there would be no
difference between the Kikuyu and Kamba communities.
Kalonzo called upon the Kikuyu
elders to rally behind his unity bid aspirations, stressing the importance of
solidarity amidst political uncertainty.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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2 Comments
Kalonzo ran against Kibaki in 2007, supported Raila against Uhuru in 2013 and 2017..now wants Kikuyu support
ReplyDeletePolitics of conviniency,all of a sudden kambas can join gema.why couldn't they join in 2007,2014 or 2017.
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