Back in 2007, during the election period, I remember a strange man handing me and my group of friends candy to chant a certain politician’s name.
As a 5-year-old, I had no understanding of political matters, and for us to be involved by an adult in matters we did not understand, was wrong. We did go out and call for people to vote for the politician because as a child, sweets were a big reward.
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A post by Miguna Miguna of children protesting the finance bill on his X account posed the question: how old is too young to get involved in these protests?
The Kenyan Youth, led by Gen Z, who were known to be passive on political matters, have now risen to oppose the finance bill — they understood how passing the controversial tax bill will have a direct implication on their living standards.
Any quest for revolution is led by intelligence. The intellectual ability to understand the effects being posed, what way to move and how to approach the battles at hand.
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Members of Parliament such as Kimani Ichungwa have questioned the understanding of the finance bill by the Kenyan Youth, showing us the need for knowledge on the bill.
This does not mean the Gen Alpha’s opinion should not be heard. Matters affecting them should be listened to, their views taken seriously and into consideration according to their age and maturity.
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Freedom of speech should be at everyone’s access regardless of their age, but participation in demonstrations should be left to the adults.
Demonstrations are not the safest place for our young children to be at. Their security should be sought after to ensure their well-being.
