×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya's Bold Newspaper
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

What lies ahead for Gen Zs after 'pyrrhic' political gains and pains

Vocalize Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Vocalize

Gen Z protesters match along Moi Avenue in Nairobi during anti-government demonstrations on July 23, 2024. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

In a move that shook the foundations of Kenyan politics a month ago, President William Ruto appeared to have bowed to the relentless pressure from Generation Z (Gen Z) demonstrators and sacked his Cabinet.

What began as widespread protests against a contentious finance Bill morphed into a powerful movement, forcing the President to not only retract the Bill but also dismiss his entire Cabinet. But now that the President has reconstituted his government, the question on everyone's mind is: what next for Gen Z?

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in
By Ben Ahenda 12 hrs ago
Sports
Kenya keen on Safari Rally contract renewal with WRC
Sports
Anyonyi and Malit shine at motocross season opener
By AFP 17 hrs ago
Football
Cristiano Ronaldo injured but should be fit for World Cup
By AFP 17 hrs ago
Premier League
Arteta fires back at critics of Arsenal's set-piece success