Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called the growing agitation among young Africans a sign of awakening rather than rebellion.
Speaking during the 2nd Pan-African celebrations at the Pan-African Institute, Lukenya University, the governor said credible elections are the foundation of stable and just societies.
He said the surge in youth-led movements across the continent reflects a demand for genuine change and responsive leadership.
“This is Pan-Africanism in action, an awakening that must be recognized and supported,” Kalonzo said. “African leaders must stop treating protesters as criminals and terrorists. They must listen to their people, not silence them.”
Kalonzo warned that the wave of political unrest, including nineteen coups in four years, should serve as a warning to entrenched regimes. He said the rise of movements challenging “wantam presidencies” signalled a continent reclaiming its destiny.
The event also featured the conferment of an honorary doctorate on former Botswana President Lt. General Seretse Ian Khama for his contribution to leadership and African unity.
Kalonzo urged the Pan-African Institute to become a beacon of education, innovation, and leadership, reminding attendees that Africa’s future remains a canvas still being painted.
“The journey is long, but the vision is clear,” he said. “An Africa united, strong, and free.”
Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has urged African nations to strengthen transparency and accountability in their electoral systems, citing the recent elections in Tanzania as a reminder of the need for honesty and integrity in governance.
He praised the institute for fostering a spirit of unity and intellectual exchange among young Africans, describing it as a seedbed for the continent’s next generation of leaders.
