This tree symbolized the period from 1963, when Kenya gained independence, to 1992, when it transitioned to multiparty democracy. This tree symbolized the current and future cycle from 1992 to 2022 and beyond, representing the promise and potential of Kenya’s youth, particularly Gen Z. The recent demonstrations by Gen Z are not just about the finance bill but signify the end of one era and the beginning of another. Gen Z, unlike earlier generations, is equipped with powerful tools like artificial intelligence through platforms like Chat GPT, smartphones, and the internet. In today's Kenya, there are three groups- the rulers, the opposition, and Gen Z, who see the first two as one and the same.

Source: Daily Nation June 23, 2024 01:51 UTC