“I Will Campaign Vigorously for Ruto’s Re-election,” Says Activist Kasmuel McOure as Youth Politics Intensifies

Political activist Kasmuel McOure has publicly declared that he will campaign actively for William Ruto as the country gradually shifts focus toward the 2027 General Election.

McOure, known for his outspoken political views and youth mobilisation efforts, said he intends to support the President’s bid for a second term and will campaign within youth political networks and political movements to promote Ruto’s agenda.

In a message shared on his social media platforms on Saturday, March 28, 2026, McOure explained that youth engagement will play a decisive role in shaping the country’s political landscape in the coming years.

Addressing his followers in a message titled “To the church in Kavirondo,” the activist openly reaffirmed his support for the President.

“I am an avid TUTAM supporter and will go out of my way to campaign for President William Ruto’s re-election within ODM and the Broad-Based Youth Front,” he stated.

The remarks come at a time when political conversations are increasingly turning toward alliances, youth influence, and the strategies that could determine the outcome of the next election cycle.

McOure also used the platform to reflect on what he described as the growing concept of “tribelessness” in youth politics, arguing that young people are increasingly focusing on ideas and strategic engagement rather than purely ethnic-based political alignments.

According to him, modern youth mobilisation goes beyond slogans and demonstrations, requiring organisation, networks, and strategic positioning within political spaces.

“In youth mobilisation, you bring your voice and energy, but some youth bring resources, networks and strategic influence,” McOure wrote.

He emphasised that youth groups seeking to influence national politics must understand how power structures and communication networks operate.

McOure noted that access to urban centres often provides certain groups with greater opportunities to shape political discourse, as these areas tend to host key political actors, media platforms, and policy influencers.

However, he argued that such disparities should not discourage young people from other regions from participating in political conversations.

Instead, he urged youth across the country to approach political participation more strategically by organising themselves and building networks capable of influencing decision-making processes.

“Being close to centres of power can create advantages, but that should encourage others to organise better and participate more strategically,” he suggested.

The activist also highlighted the importance of symbolism and storytelling in political campaigns, saying the narratives used during mobilisation efforts can significantly shape how young voters interpret political messages.

“The symbols and stories you use matter as much as your presence and voice,” he said.

His comments reflect the increasing role that social media activism and youth-led political movements are playing in shaping national debates.

Over the past few years, youth mobilisation has become a powerful factor in Kenya’s political environment, with online platforms and grassroots campaigns providing new ways for young people to influence public opinion.

McOure acknowledged that slogans such as TUTAM and WANTAM have gained prominence in political discussions, particularly among youth groups.

However, he cautioned that young voters should not limit their political engagement to slogans alone.

Instead, he encouraged them to understand the broader political systems, alliances, and institutional structures that ultimately determine policy direction and electoral outcomes.

The activist argued that meaningful political participation requires both enthusiasm and informed strategy.

“Energy alone is not enough. Youth must understand the systems and structures that shape political influence,” he noted.

McOure’s declaration adds another voice to the growing political debate surrounding the next election cycle, as various political actors begin positioning themselves and building alliances ahead of the 2027 polls.

While the election remains more than a year away, discussions about youth influence, political messaging, and campaign strategies are already gaining momentum across the country.