CIVIC LENS MEDIA

 By Jediel Muthomi Karimi, Chief Editor — Civic Lens Gazette As the evening skies settled over a basketball court in Laikipia East, dozens of young people gathered not just for a game, but for a moment that many described as symbolic of a new political culture emerging in the constituency. Standing quietly at the edge of the court, watching the youth train, listen, compete, and connect, was aspiring Laikipia East Member of Parliament Douglas Mwangi, popularly known as DAGHY. There were no grand podium speeches. No loud political chants. No heavily choreographed public relations spectacle. Instead, there was something far more powerful — presence. In a political environment where many young people often feel unheard, unseen, and disconnected from leadership, Douglas Mwangi’s decision to spend time with local youth during a basketball session has sparked conversations throughout Laikipia East. For many residents, it represented more than a casual visit. It reflected an emerging leade...