KANU party leader Gideon Moi has cautioned Kenyan politicians against using inflammatory language and ethnic profiling as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.
In a statement posted on X on 29 July 2026, Moi expressed deep concern over reckless remarks by some political figures that he said threaten national cohesion and fuel communal tensions.
Protecting National Unity
Moi emphasized that political competition should not create animosity among citizens or cause communities to distrust each other. He described Kenya’s diversity as a key strength that must be respected rather than exploited for political advantage.
"The continued use of borderline inflammatory language, ethnic profiling, and reckless utterances by political leaders seeking to divide Kenyans along political, regional, or communal lines is regrettable," Moi stated.
Call for Responsible Leadership
The KANU chairman underscored that political leaders have a greater moral obligation to maintain dignity and restraint in public discourse. He urged all leaders to recommit to national unity as the best defence against challenges facing the country.
"We must continue upholding unity as our shield and greatest defence in moments of challenge and collectively recommit ourselves to a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Kenya," he added.
Context Ahead of 2027 Elections
Moi’s warning comes amid rising political activity and positioning ahead of the next election cycle. Past elections have seen ethnic tensions escalate, notably the violence following the 2007 polls, making calls for peaceful politics especially pertinent.
