Religious leaders under the Spiritual Churches Council of Kenya have strongly condemned the recent incident of political violence reported in Keumbu, Kisii County on July 3, 2026, where goons allegedly attacked the Linda Mwananchi convoy.
Speaking in Migori Town, the clergy, led by Dick Okuku, urged politicians to exercise tolerance and conduct peaceful campaigns while cautioning young people against being manipulated into engaging in violence for political interests.
“We are urging our Gen Zs and other youths to desist from being used and manipulated by the political class to settle their political scores”, said Okuku.
The church leaders, however, commended Migori County political leadership for embracing peaceful coexistence, noting that the county has witnessed a significant reduction in political violence compared to the past.
They reaffirmed their commitment to working with political leaders, the public, and other stakeholders to promote peace, unity, and issue-based politics as the country prepares for the upcoming General Election.
“We are now 13 months to the next general elections, and we urge both the county and national leaders to exercise utmost political restraint, show respect, maintain peace and unity to have a prosperous country,” said Okuku.
Mary Robi, also a clergy member, explained that as clergies, they will continue praying for the nation to achieve a peaceful election for the betterment of society.
She urged the youth to remain focused and achieve what they want through the ballot instead of being allowed to be used cheaply by the political class.
Robi noted that it is so painful to lose a child through political violence, adding that every life is sacred.
She commended the Migori political class for showing great restraint and political tolerance in recent weeks and urged them to continue promoting peace and unity for the advancement of the socio-political and economic agendas.
by Makokha Khaoya
