‘IS IT MONEY?’ MORARA CALLS OUT KASMUEL FOR MEETING PRESIDENT RUTO

Activist Kasmuel McOure recently met President William Ruto, a move that has sparked heated reactions online. Lawyer Morara Kebasa, accused McOure of betraying Gen Z’s, “Oh My God. Kasmuel Why? Whhhhyyyy? Aren’t these the same people who killed GenZs in cold blood and benefited from it? Why? Is it money? Si ungeanza any biz we support you? Kasmuel McOure, you have hurt Kenyans who believed in you in a way that you will never ever imagine.”

In November 2024, Kasmuel officially joined the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. In a statement released following a meeting with party chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Kasmuel announced the party’s commitment to revitalising youth and student leagues nationwide.

Kasmuel urged young people to join the party, saying that it is the only political entity dedicated to push for a country where everyone can live with dignity. “If you’re eager to join a meaningful political movement that advocates for a fair and democratic Kenya, consider @TheODMparty—the largest pro-people party in East and Central Africa! We are reinvigorating the Youth and Students’ Leagues and inviting passionate young Kenyans to help shape our future. Stand with us! Thank you, party chair @gladyswanga, for your trust and for hosting us this weekend,” Kasmuel stated.

Governor Wanga on her part said the future of ODM belongs to the youth. “ODM is the party of tomorrow, and that future lies in the hands of our young leaders. Our Gen Z and Gen Alpha members are the ones who will drive change, which is why we seek the active participation of talented young individuals like Kasmuel McOure,” she said.

Kasmuel’s decision to join ODM follows a recent meeting with former Prime Minister and founding leader of the party, Raila Odinga. Kasmuel is one of the young activists who became the face of Gen Z protests in Kenya, particularly in response to the controversial Finance Bill, 2024, which sparked widespread protests.