Charlene Ruto has blamed millennials for what she termed as 'the endless and senseless conflict' between Gen Zs and older Kenyans, particularly in matters of national interest.
Through a statement released on Friday, June 20, the daughter of President William Ruto criticised millennials for failing to serve as the proper go-between that the two generations could use to peacefully coexist.
While calling for a generational ceasefire, Charlene stated that millennials, by falling on either side of the two generations, had a critical role to play in ensuring long-term peace and stability. "I would partially blame us, millennials, for the endless and senseless conflict between the senior citizens and young Gen Zs," she stated. A screengrab of angry Gen Zs storming the Mombasa county Parliament on Friday, May 2, 2025.
Photo Citizen TV "We, as the older brothers and sisters who understand both generations but have failed to mediate for peaceful coexistence, provide leadership and clarity in tough times, and offer our young people guidance on alternatives that don't necessarily lead to violent riots that only end up deepening wounds, encouraging radicalisation and, in extreme cases, unfortunate loss of life," Charlene elaborated.
