Kimilili Member of Parliament (MP), Didmus Barasa, advocates for a prolonged tenure for the Kenya Kwanza government, envisioning its dominance in Kenya’s political landscape for the next half-century.
Barasa draws parallels to enduring ruling parties like South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC) and Tanzania’s Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), which have governed their respective nations since 1994 and 1995. Emphasizing continuity, he asserts that President William Ruto’s coalition should lead Kenya for the next 50 years.
In his proposal, Barasa suggests that after Ruto’s anticipated 10-year term, all successive presidents should emerge from Kenya Kwanza. This strategy aims to build upon the progress achieved during Ruto’s leadership, ensuring a seamless transition and sustained development.
Kenya Kwanza, which secured leadership during the 2022 General Election, is contemplating amendments to presidential term limits. Nandi County Senator Samson Cherargei previously proposed extending the term limit from five to seven years, citing the need for elected presidents to fulfill their mandates effectively. However, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), to which Cherargei belongs, distanced itself from the proposal.
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Meanwhile, Fafi MP Salah Yakub has suggested eliminating the two-term limit and setting the age limit for presidential candidacy at 75. This proposal aims to provide performing leaders with the opportunity to continue advancing the nation without constraints.
As debates surrounding presidential term limits and age restrictions unfold, Barasa’s vision underscores Kenya Kwanza’s ambition for enduring governance, signaling a strategic roadmap for the nation’s political future over the next five decades.
