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Kura Yangu Kikao
Youth Voter Readiness and Electoral Participation
Prepare for meaningful and peaceful participation.
Explore this Kikao3rd Edition · Youth Devolution Festival 2026
The Kenya
we want.
Youth Participation in Electoral Processes and Peaceful Elections.
29–30 October 2026Pwani University · Kilifi County
2,000 Youth. 47 Counties. One National Conversation.
National. Youth-led. Non-partisan.
Youth at the heart
of public life.
Convened by Coalition of Youth for Devolution (CYD), YDF brings young people from all 47 counties together around devolution, governance and civic participation.
As Kenya approaches the 2027 General Elections, the 2026 edition creates space for meaningful electoral participation, accountable leadership and peaceful engagement.
Learn more about YDFThree main conversations
Your voice. Your space.
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Siasa Safi Kikao / Young Aspirants Forum
Youth, Political Parties, Electoral Integrity and Transparent Leadership
Fair pathways to leadership and peaceful competition.
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Amani Kwanza Kikao
Youth, Cohesion and Peaceful Elections
Put peace at the heart of participation.
Explore this KikaoMedia & Digital Integrity runs across all three Kikaos, connecting responsible online engagement with peaceful participation.
More than a conference
Feel the Festival.
Civic action meets culture, creativity and connection.
- Tree Planting
- Mikono ya Amani Wall
- Pavilions & Exhibitions
- Civic Activations
- Youth Performances
- Inter-County Networking
From conversation to commitment
Youth Electoral Participation & Peace Communiqué 2026
Recommendations and commitments generated across the three Kikaos will culminate in a national youth Communiqué on electoral participation, peaceful elections, accountable leadership and responsible civic engagement.
Learn more
Ready to be part of YDF 2026?