Martha Karua says Kenya ready for women leadership

Karua, who was accompanied by PLP aspirant leaders, called on residents of the Mt Kenya region to work together peacefully and avoid being divided along political lines.

“Tangu zamani tumefanya kazi pamoja, usiambiwe na mtu kuna Mt Kenya ya juu na ya chini,” she stated.

The former Justice Minister said the country needs leaders who are close to wananchi and understand the challenges facing ordinary citizens.

“Tunahitaji viongozi ambao watakaa na wananchi na wajue shida zao,” she added.

Karua also criticised President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of failing to adequately address the concerns and grievances raised by Kenyans.

She further noted that Kenya has been led by men since independence and said the country should now consider women leadership.

“Kwa hivyo tushikane, tugawe hii keki ya Kenya, na haijagawa na mama miaka 60, imegawa na wababa. Mama Martha Karua ambaye ni simba jike agawe hii keki kila mtoto afikiwe,” she noted. 

Residents who attended the rally welcomed the visit but urged political leaders seeking support in the area to prioritise development projects that would improve livelihoods and address local challenges.