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How politics has fractured our Kenyan society

Youth march on Thika Super Highway in Nairobi during Gen Z protests. [File, Standard]

In Kenya, politics has long been perceived as the quickest path to wealth and social mobility. For many, it is not just a civic duty but a way of life.

Across generations - youth, adults and elders alike - politics dominates daily conversations. It has become the heartbeat of social interaction and the primary lens through which people view any available opportunity. However, this obsession has come at a cost. The over-politicisation of our society has drained our collective mindset. It has stifled innovation, drowned out critical thinking, and damaged the social fabric.

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