Former Chief Justice David Maraga poses with students and Kenyan diaspora members during his Ukatiba Caravan forum at Princeton University, New Jersey, on September 21, 2026./ Photo/Siruel Ong’era
Former Chief Justice David Maraga with students and Kenyan diaspora members during his Ukatiba Caravan forum at Princeton University, New Jersey, on September 21, 2026/ Photo/Siruel Ong’eraFormer Chief Justice David Maraga has taken his 2027 presidential campaign to the United States, rallying Kenyan diaspora members and young people to play a decisive role in shaping the country’s next leadership.
Speaking at a forum at Princeton University, Maraga said Kenya’s future rests on an alert, organised and values-driven generation prepared to defend the Constitution, demand accountability and take up leadership responsibilities.
The United Green Movement (UGM) presidential candidate said the country’s renewal cannot be left to political leaders alone.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga with students and Kenyan diaspora members during his Ukatiba Caravan forum at Princeton University, New Jersey, on September 21, 2026/ Photo/Siruel Ong’eraHe urged young Kenyans at home and abroad to register as voters, engage in public affairs and resist corruption, impunity and ethnic politics.
“Real change begins when citizens decide that the Constitution must be respected and public resources protected,” Maraga said, reiterating his campaign’s message of Reset, Restore, Rebuild.
He said a government founded on the rule of law would create an environment for investment, jobs and opportunities for young people, while restoring confidence in public institutions.
Maraga also outlined a reform agenda centred on fighting corruption, strengthening healthcare and education, supporting agriculture and expanding employment opportunities.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga poses with students and Kenyan diaspora members during his Ukatiba Caravan forum at Princeton University, New Jersey, on September 21, 2026./ Photo/Siruel Ong’eraHe argued that Kenya’s persistent challenges stem not from a lack of resources or talent, but from poor governance and weak enforcement of the law.
The former Chief Justice accused the administration of President William Ruto of failing to uphold constitutional standards and manage public affairs effectively, presenting himself as a reformist alternative ahead of the August 2027 General Election.
The Princeton engagement formed part of Maraga’s wider Ukatiba Caravan tour of the United States, which has included meetings with Kenyan communities, professionals, students and civic leaders.
The tour seeks to bring diaspora voices into discussions on governance, investment, policy and Kenya’s political future.
Maraga said the diaspora has an important role beyond remittances, describing Kenyans abroad as a reservoir of skills, ideas, networks and investment that should help drive national renewal.
As the 2027 contest gathers pace, his message to the youth remained firm: stay alert, organise, defend the Constitution and prepare to lead.
