# Bad News For Gachagua While In USA As Unexpected Declaration Is Made In Mount Kenya

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- Published: 2026-10-19T09:22:41+00:00
- Author: STESHA

**Mt. Kenya Gen Z Youth Disown Rigathi Gachagua as Political Kingpin During US Tour**

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s ongoing tour in the United States has
hit a major political snag following a stern declaration by youth leaders back home.

Gachagua, who has been spending time in the US meeting members of the Kenyan diaspora,
has been actively seeking alliances to bolster his political ambitions aimed at 
unseating President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.

However, his efforts to position himself as the unquestioned political leader of
Central Kenya have met sudden resistance from a section of young voters in his stronghold.

In a dramatic press briefing held in the Mt. Kenya region, a group of youths representing
the Gen Z generation publicly severed ties with the former Deputy President, rejecting
his claims to regional leadership.

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“We, as Gen Z from Mt. Kenya, have made a firm decision and declared that H.E. Rigathi
Gachagua will no longer be our political kingpin,” the youth group announced in 
a joint statement.

Emphasizing their independence, the group declared themselves the authentic “Voice
of the Youth” and insisted that their political future would not be compromised 
by veteran politicians.

“We refuse to be bought or used as a community. Our voices matter, and our future
is not for sale,” they stated. Sending a direct warning to Gachagua as he continues
his foreign engagements, the group added: “If you are counting on the votes of the
Mt. Kenya community and the support of Gen Z, we want to make it clear that we have
withdrawn our support and will no longer follow you.”

The unexpected rebellion has sparked intense political debate across social media,
signaling a shift in Central Kenya’s political landscape as the youth demand independent
representation ahead of 2027.

![](https://i0.wp.com/steshanews.co.ke/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1792401520749.
jpg?resize=640%2C361&ssl=1)

Photo of the said youths who have asked Gachagua to stop speaking on behalf of Mount
Kenya region. Photo Credit.

Watch The Video By Clicking [Here](https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DMzQgYJ5p/).

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