Take over mantle of leadership: Muhoho Kenyatta tells youth

The businessman also slammed the current system of governance, which he says has for years been a stumbling block to the youth.

In his address during the opening of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Africa Regional Conference in Mombasa County on Monday, Muhoho, retired President Uhuru’s younger brother, followed in the steps of his elder brother who has in recent days called on the youth to stand up and be counted in the fight for the liberation of their country.

"It is their time now to grasp and take over the mantle of leadership, and as such the stewardship of our continent with their passion, innovation, and energy," he stated. 

Muhoho, who has maintained a low profile running the Kenyatta business empire, added that the existing systems do not favour the youth.

"Africa’s youth population is projected to reach 830 million by 2050. These demographics remain largely untapped, constrained by systems which were not designed for the scale and speed of change that we now face. We need to urgently refocus," he added. 

Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports CS Salim Mvurya cautioned the youth against abusing social media while they agitate for change.

"What we want to advise the youth is to use social media positively… You will only benefit from technology if you use it positively," the CS remarked.