Archbishop Muheria: Our leaders have disappointed us, we have seen their lowest level

Archbishop Anthony Muheria speaking on April 5, 2026 / Screengrab

Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Nyeri Anthony Muheria has urged Kenyans to remain hopeful and make wise leadership choices, saying the country’s challenges can still be overcome.

In his Easter Sunday message, the Archbishop said the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus is a powerful reminder that hope endures even in the most difficult circumstances.

He said Kenyans are facing hardship, including those struggling financially, battling illness or dealing with depression, urging them not to lose hope.

“Easter Sunday, the resurrection of Jesus, is about hope. When things seem negative, crushed, almost impossible, this happens: Jesus rises,” Archbishop Muheria said.

Muheria acknowledged growing public frustration with leadership, noting that many Kenyans feel let down.

“The message for this Easter is hope to all of us, those who are crushed, those in great financial difficulties, the sick, and those who feel they have no hope in life. As a country, this is a day of hope, even though our leadership may have disappointed us, even though we have seen the very lowest level in much of our leadership, there is hope,” he said.

He emphasised that change remains possible, calling on Kenyans to remain prayerful and intentional about the country’s direction.

“God can bring change. Leaders can be transformed. We can pray and change the direction of our nation. God can nurture new leaders and change the hearts and minds of those in leadership,” he said.

Drawing from biblical history, the Archbishop referenced rulers such as Caesar and Herod, noting that despite their power, they did not prevail.

“They thought they had vanquished him, but he rose powerful and victorious. When we look at corruption and feel crushed, there is still hope that it can be overcome,” he said.

Muheria addressed systemic challenges such as corruption, acknowledging that they can feel overwhelming but insisting they are not insurmountable.

He reminded Kenyans that Easter symbolises victory over adversity, cautioning against individuals who seek to assume undue power.

“This is a moment that reminds us that Jesus conquers, even when people think God has been defeated. Sometimes we have seen in our country people who pretend to be God, people who seek God’s space,”he said.

This comes against the backdrop of a sustained war of words between leaders during rallies.

Religious leaders have called on political leaders to tone down their rhetoric and embrace civility, warning that the country is sliding into a culture of insults and empty political exchanges.

In recent weeks, some opposition figures have intensified attacks on the government over the economy, cost of living, and governance, often using charged and provocative language.

The President has, at times, responded publicly to defend his administration’s record and address critics.