Clergy Sound Alarm: “Kenya Is Drifting Towards Chaos”

By Andrew Mbuva.

Religious leaders under the Kenya Clergy Alliance have issued a stern warning over the country’s political direction, cautioning that rising tensions and toxic rhetoric among leaders could plunge Kenya into unrest if not urgently addressed.

Speaking in Makueni County, the Alliance—led by its chairperson, Archbishop Dr. Raphael Kituva of the Good News Church of Africa (GNCA)—called for an immediate political truce across the divide, expressing deep concern over escalating hostilities between leaders.

Dr. Kituva sharply criticized the growing culture of public insults among politicians, noting that such conduct is not only unbecoming of leadership but also dangerous to national cohesion.

“We are pushing this country in a very dangerous direction,” he said. “It is unacceptable for leaders, including the President, to trade insults with the very citizens they are entrusted to lead. This trend reflects a serious breakdown in leadership and respect.”

The clergy warned that the continued exchange of inflammatory remarks risks inciting supporters, who may interpret such statements as a call to action—often resulting in violence, destruction of property, and attacks on perceived opponents.

According to the Alliance, the danger lies not only in the words spoken by leaders but also in how those words are received and acted upon at the grassroots level.

“It is not just about the leaders who speak,” Dr. Kituva emphasized. “It is about those who hear them and take it upon themselves to orchestrate violence—throwing stones, burning homes, and attacking others. This is how conflict begins.”

In a strongly worded declaration, the Alliance, speaking on behalf of the House of Bishops and the wider clergy fraternity, categorically rejected the current political trajectory and called for an immediate halt to divisive politics.

“We reject this direction entirely. It must stop, and it must stop now,” he stated.

Echoing these sentiments, Apostle Collins of the Revival Church of Kenya urged leaders to exercise restraint and uphold mutual respect, particularly at a time when the country is not officially in a campaign period.

“We have witnessed politicians engage in mockery and insults during their rallies. This must come to an end,” Apostle Collins said. “It is too early for campaigns. Leaders should focus on serving the people instead of engaging in unnecessary political battles.”

The clergy further decried what they termed as premature campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that early politicking is diverting attention from critical development agendas and service delivery.

They urged all leaders—across both government and opposition—to prioritize unity, respect, and the welfare of citizens, cautioning that failure to do so could trigger violence even before the election period begins.

As political temperatures continue to rise, the clergy’s message adds to growing calls from various quarters for sobriety and responsible leadership to safeguard the country’s stability.