Flashy Nakuru MCA to Host Mock Bunge for Youth, Inspire Leadership and Governance Participation
- Youth Bunge is a mock parliament organised by the Kenya Young Members of County Assemblies (KYMCA)
- Nakuru MCA Hassan Duale stated that the programme intends to mentor young leaders in governance and leadership
- This year's Youth Bunge will take place on May 12, in Nakuru, mirroring real county assembly proceedings
- Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Duale said the youth representatives will elect their speaker, whip, and leaders and debate pressing issues
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Kenya Young Members of County Assemblies (KYMCA), in collaboration with youthful leaders across the South Rift region, are spearheading an ambitious initiative aimed at nurturing the next generation of political leaders.
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Spearheaded by Hassan Duale, a dynamic and flashy Member of County Assembly (MCA) from Nakuru county, the initiative—Youth Bunge—is a mock parliamentary session tailored for young people.
It is set to take place on May 12 in Nakuru county and will bring together youth leaders from Narok, Kajiado, Bomet, Kericho, Nakuru, Laikipia, Samburu, and Baringo counties.
Why is Youth Bunge important?
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Duale expressed his excitement about hosting the event in Nakuru, noting that this will be the first time the county hosts such a youth-led parliamentary simulation.
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"I'm part of the Kenya Young Members of County Assemblies (KYMCA), and I am so glad to host my colleagues in Nakuru for the Youth Bunge. It will be a chance for youth leaders to gain firsthand experience in governance. It also unites the youth and encourages them to aspire for leadership positions because we want to see more young people contesting in 2027," Duale said.
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Breakdown of Youth Bunge session
During the Youth Bunge, participants will elect their own speaker, majority whip, and other key parliamentary positions, just like in actual county assemblies.
They will engage in debates on topical issues affecting the youth and simulate the legislative process with professionalism and accuracy.
According to Duale, the event will serve a dual purpose: to instil leadership values among young people and to encourage political participation ahead of the 2027 General Election.
“We want young people to experience the decision-making process and understand that leadership is not just about titles. It’s about responsibility, service, and unity,” he added.
The initiative also seeks to bridge the gap between aspirational youth leaders and the realities of public service, providing a platform to learn, network, and challenge each other constructively.
Duale emphasised the significance of Nakuru hosting this landmark youth engagement event:
“It’s historic. Nakuru has always been a political powerhouse, and now we are giving our young people a front-row seat to understand and participate in leadership at a meaningful level.”
With the 2027 General Election on the horizon, Youth Bunge is seen as a strategic launchpad for emerging youth leaders across the region.
It also sends a strong message: young people are ready and willing to take up leadership roles.
George Natembeya hosts Bunge la Wananchi members
Elsewhere, Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya recently hosted members of Bunge la Wananchi, and encouraged them to transition from activism to leadership by contesting elective seats in the 2027 General Election.
Natembeya lauded the group for their consistent civic engagement and commitment to holding leaders accountable, noting that such grassroots movements play a critical role in deepening democracy.
During the meeting, the members threw their support behind Natembeya’s Tawe Movement and urged him to consider running for the presidency in the next polls.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
