Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has vowed a total reset of
Kenya’s economic, political, and moral foundations, saying the country is on a
dangerous path that must be corrected for the sake of future generations.
“We must reboot the economic, political and moral direction
of our country for the good of our future and generations to come, since the
direction we are headed is a doomsday,” Gachagua warned.
Speaking in Richardson, Dallas, during an engagement with
Kenyans living in Texas, Gachagua acknowledged the critical role played by the
diaspora in supporting Kenya’s economy.
“The Diaspora Constituency is a great discussion that has
been ignored from time to time, yet their contribution to our economy is an
index great in terms of forex earnings,” he said.
Gachagua said he had a candid discussion with the Kenyan
community on key issues affecting the nation, including electoral justice,
governance, constitutionalism, and the role of young people and Gen Z in
politics.
“I heard and noted their concerns about our country. Like my brothers and sisters at home, their concerns over the above matters are as dire. Their pain and ours on the state of our nation remain intertwined," he said.
He assured the diaspora that Kenyans are ready for liberation
to reclaim the country from poor leadership and social injustice.
He also expressed confidence in a shared vision to end
corruption, extrajudicial killings, police brutality and violence against women
and youth.
“I am glad we agree on this as a people and patriotic
Kenyans,” he added.
Gachagua emphasised the need to uphold the constitution and
respect the rule of law, calling out what he described as bad governance and
abuse of national institutions.
The former DP is currently in the US alongside former
Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, where they are holding town hall
meetings with diaspora Kenyans as part of early efforts to build momentum ahead
of the 2027 presidential election.
He has been to Washington, Boston, Maryland and Texas, where
he has held various engagements with Kenyans in the US.
