Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has intensified his criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, using a town hall meeting with Kenyans living in Baltimore, United States, to outline what he described as an alternative political and economic direction for the country.
Kalonzo, who is currently on a tour of the United States, also attended the United States National Prayer Breakfast, an event that brings together political leaders, faith figures, and policymakers from around the world.
During his Baltimore engagement, he said the meeting had reinforced his belief that Kenyans, both at home and in the diaspora, were demanding fundamental change in governance, leadership, and public policy.
He paid special attention to young Kenyans associated with the so-called 625 Movement, describing them as a generation unwilling to accept what he termed the country’s political and economic decline.
The Wiper Party leader said members of the diaspora raised concerns about representation, inclusion, and their role in national decision-making.
He promised that, under a government aligned to his political vision, Kenyans abroad would not be treated as symbolic figures during election periods but would be actively involved in shaping national policy.
According to Kalonzo, future leadership should prioritise competence and contribution over political loyalty.
Turning to domestic politics, the former vice president accused the current administration of attacking the opposition because it fears an impending shift in power.
He rejected claims that the opposition lacks a clear agenda, arguing instead that its proposals threaten entrenched interests within government.
Among the policy positions he highlighted was a pledge to abolish the housing levy, which has been a subject of sustained public debate and legal challenges.
Kalonzo also criticised what he described as excessive taxation, saying it had eroded the value of Kenyan workers’ incomes and undermined household stability.
He promised to “restore dignity” to payslips by easing the tax burden on salaried employees.
On education, Kalonzo said his team would seek to rebuild the sector to world-class standards, referencing reforms undertaken during the Mwai Kibaki administration, when he served as vice president.
He stressed, however, that these reforms cannot be realised under the current leadership, reiterating the opposition’s position that President Ruto must leave office.
The Wiper leader thanked the Kenyan community in Baltimore for what he described as frank discussions and reaffirmed his call to “Komboa Kenya,” positioning the diaspora as a key stakeholder in the country’s political future.