Morara Kebaso Slams ‘Recycled Leadership’ After Matiang’i Joins Gachagua and Kalonzo
Political activist and Inject Party leader Morara Kebaso has called on Kenyan youth to reject a growing opposition alliance led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
His remarks follow the latest addition to the coalition—former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i—who recently returned from a stint abroad with the World Bank.
In a firm statement issued on Tuesday, April 29, Morara expressed concerns about the credibility and intentions of this emerging opposition bloc. He questioned its purpose and warned that its members represent recycled leadership, lacking both direction and integrity. “This is unity without vision, unity without purpose,” he said. “I urge all the young people of Kenya to reject this coalition of tumbocrats and projects.”
Kebaso emphasized that Kenya’s youth should no longer settle for leadership that merely reshuffles old political figures without offering genuine solutions.
Instead, he encouraged young leaders to come together and forge a fresh, progressive direction for the nation. “Let all young leaders come together and chart a new path for Kenya,” he asserted. “I am ready to sit down with progressive leaders who lack the experience of theft. We will not recycle the problem to solve the problem.”
This call comes amid growing political activity in preparation for the 2027 general election. The opposition coalition is reportedly positioning itself to challenge President William Ruto’s leadership. On the same Tuesday, Rigathi Gachagua publicly welcomed Dr. Matiang’i to the opposition team during a political gathering.
“The team to liberate Kenya gets bigger every day,” Gachagua posted on social media. “Welcome, Dr. Fred Matiang’i, Hon. JB Muturi, and Hon. Mithika Linturi. You are on the right side of history.”
The opposition camp now consists of several notable former government officials and party leaders. Besides Gachagua, Kalonzo, and Matiang’i, the team includes former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi, former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi, People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa, as well as political figures Torome Saitoti and Mukhisa Kituyi.
These leaders have framed their union as a collective movement aiming to “liberate” Kenya from the current administration.
However, Morara Kebaso remains skeptical. According to him, this coalition represents a convergence of political interests rather than a commitment to transformative leadership. He views it as a regrouping of leaders previously accused of corruption or mismanagement.
“Kenya cannot move forward by entrusting its future to individuals who were part of the problem,” Morara declared. “We need to be courageous enough to reject these convenient alliances. They are not built on principles; they are built on preservation.”
His remarks underscore growing dissatisfaction among sections of the youth and reformist leaders with the country’s traditional political elite. Many, like Morara, believe that the younger generation must lead the charge for genuine change by breaking free from old political patterns.
Dr. Matiang’i’s return to the country on April 17 marked a notable shift in the political landscape. Having spent time in the United States working with the World Bank, his re-entry has fueled speculation about his political ambitions. The Jubilee Party has since endorsed him as a potential presidential candidate for the 2027 elections.
Despite this endorsement, critics like Kebaso believe Matiang’i’s inclusion in the opposition coalition undermines any claims of reform. “Leadership should not be about resumes or popularity,” Morara said. “It should be about integrity, purpose, and vision.”
Kebaso’s position reflects a broader call to reimagine Kenya’s political narrative, one that is not trapped in the cyclical nature of alliances between former power holders. He emphasized that sustainable progress demands bold decisions, especially by the youth, to reject entrenched political dynasties and instead support emerging, ethical leadership.
“It is time to step out of the shadows of outdated politics,” Morara urged. “Young people must seize this moment, not just to participate in politics, but to redefine it.”
His comments sparked conversations online and within political circles. Supporters praised his forthrightness, while critics questioned his influence and the viability of his proposals. Nevertheless, his message resonates with a growing segment of the population increasingly disillusioned by conventional politics.
The 2027 general election is still two years away, but political alignments are already taking shape. While Gachagua and his allies frame their efforts as a liberation movement, Morara Kebaso is asking the nation—particularly its youth—not to be swayed by political theatrics.
Instead, he champions a leadership grounded in fresh ideas, honesty, and national interest. His vision is not just about who holds office, but how and why they do so.
“It’s not enough to replace faces,” he concluded. “We must replace the mindset.”
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