{"id":160739,"date":"2026-04-21T15:53:40","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T15:53:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/kenya\/all-news\/sifuna-advocates-state-honor-for-tuko-kadi-activist"},"modified":"2026-04-21T16:42:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T16:42:10","slug":"sifuna-advocates-state-honor-for-tuko-kadi-activist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/kenya\/all-news\/sifuna-advocates-state-honor-for-tuko-kadi-activist","title":{"rendered":"Sifuna Advocates State Honor for Tuko Kadi Activist"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has proposed a state commendation for Allan Ademba, a civic activist instrumental in mobilizing youth for voter registration through the Tuko Kadi initiative. Sifuna highlighted Ademba’s significant impact, noting that over a million new voters were registered, primarily through grassroots efforts and digital platforms, emphasizing the need for recognition of such work<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong> <\/span>Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has called for a state commendation to be awarded to a young civic activist he says has played a key role in mobilising youth to register as voters through the Tuko Kadi initiative.<\/p>\n

Speaking on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday, Sifuna singled out Allan Ademba, a social media-driven organiser, for what he described as an exceptional contribution to civic education and voter registration, particularly among young people.<\/p>\n

The senator said Ademba\u2019s efforts had led to the registration of more than a million new voters within a short period, achieved largely through grassroots mobilisation and digital platforms.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a leader of a political party myself, we have run multiple registration drives in previous elections, and we know just how difficult it is,\u201d Sifuna said.<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to take this opportunity to commend the young people of this country who have decided that they are going to run this registration drive themselves.\u201d<\/p>\n

He emphasised that if there was ever a person in this country who deserves a state commendation, it is that young man who has mobilised the Tuko Kadi movement.<\/p>\n

Sifuna argued that the scale and impact of the initiative warranted formal recognition, noting that the activist and his team had delivered results comparable to, or exceeding, those of well-funded institutions.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat Ademba has been able to achieve in terms of registration of over a million young people in a very short space, I think even some of these titles that some of us have should be given to people like him because of the civic education he is doing,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He pointed out that the mobilisation had been carried out with significantly fewer resources compared to those allocated to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), which is mandated to oversee voter registration.<\/p>\n

Sifuna also appeared to draw comparisons with past state recognitions, suggesting that similar or greater achievements should not go unnoticed.<\/p>\n

The senator\u2019s remarks came during a broader discussion on voter registration, where he also raised concerns about the conduct and communication of the electoral commission.<\/p>\n

He criticised the IEBC, led by chairperson Erastus Ethekon, for what he termed as poor communication during the ongoing mass voter registration exercise.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere was a lot of confusion when they told us about people who registered prior to 2012. We need them to communicate with clarity,\u201d Sifuna said.<\/p>\n

He further urged the relevant Senate committee to investigate reports of alleged irregularities, including claims of foreigners being registered as voters in border regions.<\/p>\n

The Tuko Kadi campaign has gained traction in recent months, particularly among Gen Z voters, with organisers using social media and on-the-ground engagements to encourage registration, transfer of polling stations and greater participation in electoral processes.<\/p>\n

Sifuna\u2019s proposal now places the spotlight on the role of citizen-led initiatives in shaping electoral participation, even as questions persist over the efficiency and transparency of official voter registration efforts.<\/p>\n

If adopted, the call for a state honour would mark a rare recognition of grassroots digital mobilisation in Kenya\u2019s political landscape, signalling a shift in how civic contributions, especially by young people, are acknowledged.<\/p>\n

The Tuko Kadi initiative has emerged as a significant movement in Kenya, particularly among younger voters. It leverages social media to engage and mobilize youth for civic participation, especially in the electoral process. This grassroots approach contrasts with traditional voter registration methods, highlighting the evolving landscape of political engagement in the country.<\/p>\n

Historically, voter registration in Kenya has faced challenges, including bureaucratic inefficiencies and public distrust in electoral bodies. Initiatives like Tuko Kadi represent a shift towards more inclusive and participatory forms of civic engagement, aiming to empower citizens and enhance democratic processes.<\/p>\n

Find more news and analyses on Kenya<\/span> on the Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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