The just concluded episode of Political Ringside focused on concerns about how Kenya’s Parliament is working and whether it still serves the interests of ordinary citizens.
The show featured Davis Bin Oluoch as the main guest in a discussion hosted by Fridah Mongare Mongare that ran for about 43 minutes.
The conversation examined the behavior of Members of Parliament and questioned whether they are still acting as strong representatives of the public.
During the discussion, Davis argued that Parliament has slowly lost its power to hold the government accountable. He said many MPs appear to support decisions from the Executive without enough debate or resistance.
According to him, this has led to laws and policies that place heavy financial pressure on citizens while failing to address daily challenges such as the cost of living and unemployment.
He also mentioned that some lawmakers focus more on personal benefits and political loyalty than on the needs of the people who elected them.
One key topic raised was the Finance Bill 2024, which sparked protests across the country.
Davis explained that many young Kenyans felt the bill would increase their economic struggles, leading to large demonstrations outside Parliament.
He said the reaction from young people showed how frustrated many citizens feel about decisions made without proper consultation.
He added that the events around the bill highlighted a growing gap between leaders and the public.
The discussion also touched on the current political environment and cooperation between parties.
Davis spoke about the 10 point agenda signed in March 2025, which he said aims to address issues such as youth empowerment, gender equality, and compensation for victims of past injustices.
He defended political cooperation as a strategy to push for positive change from within government structures rather than through constant confrontation.
At the same time, he emphasized that political parties must remain accountable to their supporters.
Youth representation in Parliament formed another major part of the conversation.
Davis pointed out that young leaders remain few despite the large youth population in Kenya.
He argued that youth leagues within political parties often lack resources and independence, which limits their ability to shape real policy decisions.
He called for fair funding and meaningful inclusion so that young people can influence the direction of national politics instead of being used only during campaigns.
Throughout the episode, Davis returned to the core duties of Parliament, which include making laws, overseeing the government, and representing citizens.
He suggested that these roles are not being fully carried out, leading to reduced trust among the public. He encouraged young people to take part in leadership and prepare for future elections with clear goals and a focus on integrity and service.
Political Ringside used this conversation to explore difficult questions facing Kenya today while encouraging viewers to think about how leadership can improve in the future.
