National Youth Council Elections: What Young Kenyans Need to Know

What does the return of National Youth Council elections mean for young Kenyans? Acting CEO Gloria Wawira joins Chiko Lawi & Maalika Kazia on Capital in the Morning to unpack the election process, eligibility, participation, representation and what comes next. The National Youth Council has not held elections since 2012. The 2026 elections will be conducted in three phases: October 9 at ward level, October 16 at constituency level and October 30 at the National Youth Congress level. The interview covers eligibility, voter and candidate participation, representation of young women and marginalised youth, election credibility, peaceful campaigns, dispute resolution and what elected representatives will be expected to deliver for young Kenyans. #ThirdFlow #DriveInn #CapitalInTheMorning