Barely a month into the Gen Z-led Tuko Kadi initiative, the movement is already inspiring new songs that combine catchy beats with a strong civic message.

One of the tracks, Niko Kadi, features clips of young activists on the streets during protests against the finance bill.

The lyrics highlight social challenges across the country while urging citizens to register as voters and vote for change.

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The song is part of the broader Tuko Kadi campaign, which encourages young Kenyans to obtain voter registration cards ahead of the 2027 elections.

What began as a few social media posts has since evolved into a viral trend, with youth nationwide documenting their registration journeys online.

Earlier this week, the initiative introduced a viral dance routine, led by the movement’s convener, Ademba Allans, a young journalism student, alongside youth activist Hanifa Adan.

In trending clips, participants sing the children’s anthem Brikicho Banture, swinging in opposite directions to the person next to them before breaking into a spontaneous dance while marching.

“Tuko kadi! Tuko kadi! Chukua kadi, chukua IEBC!” the youths chant, urging their peers to acquire voter cards.

The dance has inspired others to join, with videos showing young people at various polling stations singing, dancing, and celebrating the act of registering.

Social media reactions have been lively. “How many people can a WhatsApp group hold? Guys, we need leaders!” one user commented, echoing the call for new leadership ahead of the elections.

Allans said he hopes the campaign will spread nationwide. “I want to see lines of young people registering in Turkana, Busia, Kisumu, and every other county. Wherever you are, come out and take part,” he said.

He added that other young people have supported the initiative by bringing water and snacks for those waiting in line.

“When young people show up, they make things work. That’s the same spirit we want to see this week,” Allans said, noting that youth participation in voter registration has historically been low, limiting their influence on democratic processes.

He challenged young Kenyans to act, saying, “If you’re not ready to register, then you’re not ready to shape the future.”

With Gen Z forming a large portion of the population, the movement aims to shift youth engagement from apathy to active involvement, using music, dance, and social media to make civic participation both fun and meaningful.