Deputy President Kindiki links erosion of culture to declining moral values among youth

Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has attributed the escalating decline in moral values among Kenya’s younger generation to the erosion of culture and weakening social structures across many communities.

Speaking while presiding over the 98th National Kenya Music and Cultural Festival 2025 at Moi Girls, Eldoret, q⁹values that once grounded our communities. We are witnessing a worrying pattern where respect for elders is no longer upheld, especially on social media,” he said.

The Deputy President emphasized that culture, arts, and music play a vital role in nurturing discipline, moral uprightness, and identity within society.

“Culture and music are the bedrock of moral formation. When cultural foundations begin to collapse, the values that support community growth and development also weaken,” he added.

Kindiki reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting and developing talent in all institutions of learning, noting that the arts remain an important avenue for national cohesion and youth empowerment.

“The administration of President William Ruto remains committed to nurturing talent across all cadres of learning. We want to unlock the potential of our young people through deliberate investment in the creative and cultural sectors,” he said.

Representing President Ruto, who is currently out of the country, the Deputy President also used the occasion to highlight key infrastructural projects underway across the nation, including the construction and upgrading of major roads intended to boost regional development and interconnectivity.

The event was graced by several regional leaders, among them Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii, Kericho Governor Dr. Eric Mutai, and Kesses Member of Parliament Julius Ruto, who commended the festival for promoting cultural preservation and artistic excellence.

The 98th edition of the National Kenya Music and Cultural Festival brought together performers, students, and cultural enthusiasts from various counties, underscoring its continued role as one of the country’s most significant platforms for showcasing Kenya’s diverse heritage