National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has pledged to work with both national and county governments to transform youth ideas into tangible opportunities, describing them as the backbone of society.

In a statement posted on his Facebook account on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Wetang’ula revealed he had met with youth from Bungoma County for discussions on creating sustainable employment and improving their livelihoods.

“Young people are the strength of our society. They bring new ideas, drive change and are the leaders of tomorrow,” Wetang’ula stated.

Commitment to action

The Speaker noted that the youths shared innovative and actionable ideas, which he vowed to support through coordinated efforts with government agencies.

“They shared useful and practical ideas, and I assured them of my commitment to work with both the national and county governments to turn these ideas into real results,” Wetang’ula added.

He also called on the young people to uphold peace, law, and order during the festive season and extended his holiday greetings.

“I encouraged them to maintain peace, law and order during the festive season and wished them a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2026,” he said.

Government engagement with youth

This engagement echoes previous initiatives by the government to empower young Kenyans and create opportunities that contribute to national development.

Speaking to a delegation of Kenyan students in Algiers on September 5, 2025, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki encouraged the youth to engage the government constructively while avoiding disruptive behaviour.

“We are ready to listen; we are not perfect, we can improve. Every citizen has something they can do or say that can add value to the development of the nation. What we can’t accept is disruptive behaviour like violence and lawlessness. We will end up losing the country,” he stated.

During the same event, Wetang’ula cautioned youths against excessive activism, noting that constant demands for individual rights can impede national development.

“I encourage you to work hard and be good ambassadors and citizens. In Kenya, we have too many haki zetu that have derailed part of our programs because everybody must have their way. It is a good thing, and as humans, we must be ready to sacrifice a few of our comforts for the better of society,” he noted.