Uhuru questions what hustler vs dynasty politics has achieved
By Mabonga Makhanu, May 25, 2026The fourth president of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta, has questioned what the “dynasty vs hustler” narrative helped Kenya achieve after it was heavily peddled during the run-up to the 2022 elections.
While speaking in Kiambu during a Jubilee delegates’ county meeting on Monday, May 25, 2026, the retired president warned his supporters against falling for political narratives and ending up choosing the wrong leaders.
“Sasa mambo ya hustler na dynasty imewaletea nini?” Uhuru
He went on to state that after the dynasty and hustler narrative were sold to Kenyans in 2022 and failed to yield results, the same people have now shifted to selling tribal rhetoric, further cautioning Kenyans against falling for the same tactics again.
Uhuru said Kenyans, particularly residents of Kiambu and the wider Mt Kenya region, must reflect carefully on their political choices and prioritise leaders who focus on development and service delivery rather than political rhetoric.
Call for unity
He urged residents to remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning against divisions that could weaken communities and affect long-term development in the region.
“I warned you in 2022, but you didn’t listen. Now you are crying,” he said.
Uhuru further encouraged voters to actively listen to all political leaders during campaigns but insists that decisions at the ballot should be guided by facts, performance, and long-term impact rather than short-term political influence.
“When they come to your areas, kindly take the money, but when the election comes, vote wisely,” he said.
Uhuru’s take on national unity
At the same time, he stressed the importance of national unity, saying leaders must avoid divisive language and instead focus on building cohesion among different communities across the country.
Uhuru added that the Jubilee Party remains strong, stable, and focused on rebuilding its grassroots structures, noting that the party continues to engage with supporters across various regions as it strengthens its political presence ahead of the next election cycle.
He also emphasised that ongoing political engagements are part of efforts to reorganise the party and ensure it remains active and competitive in the country’s evolving political landscape.