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Amplifying Young People in Parliament: Capacity Building for Young Legislators, Part II
2026-03-17 08:30 - 2026-03-18 17:00 (Africa/Nairobi)
17–18 March 2026 | Naivasha, Kenya
On 17 and 18 March 2026, young legislators and political party representatives from across Kenya will gather in Naivasha for the workshop “Amplifying Young People in Parliament: Capacity Building for Young Legislators, Part II.” The event is organised by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) in cooperation with the Kenya Young Parliamentarians Association (KYPA) within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties project, led by the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) and funded by the European Union.
The workshop aims to strengthen youth political leadership and support young elected representatives in shaping political processes, party structures and policy priorities ahead of the 2026 political cycle. Bringing together young parliamentarians, youth-wing leaders and political stakeholders from different parties, the event will provide a space for reflection, strategic planning and cross-party dialogue.
Over the two days, participants will reflect on recent developments in Kenya’s political landscape and discuss the main opportunities and barriers affecting youth political participation and leadership. The programme will include reflective plenary discussions, experience-sharing sessions, technical working sessions and strategic roundtables focusing on strengthening youth structures within political parties and enhancing mentorship and leadership pathways.
A key component of the workshop will be the collaborative development of the 2026 KYPA Workplan, which will serve as a cross-party, youth-centred roadmap outlining strategic priorities, interventions and coordination mechanisms for youth political engagement across parties. Participants will work together to identify common priorities related to governance, digital policy, economic opportunities, accountability, peace and security, and youth inclusion in political decision-making.
The event will also provide an opportunity for cross-party dialogue between government and opposition representatives, aiming to identify areas of convergence that reflect youth aspirations and contribute to more inclusive political processes.
Through activities such as this workshop, the WYDE Political Parties project continues to support youth political participation, strengthen democratic institutions and foster dialogue and cooperation between political actors across regions. By empowering young political leaders and supporting cross-party collaboration, the project contributes to more inclusive, representative and responsive political systems.
The workshop is expected to result in a revised strategic framework and concrete action plan for youth political engagement in Kenya in 2026, reinforcing the role of young leaders in shaping the country’s political future.
Event: Amplifying Young People in Parliament: Capacity Building for Young Legislators, Part IIDate: 17–18 March 2026Location: Naivasha, KenyaOrganised by: Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) in cooperation with the Kenya Young Parliamentarians Association (KYPA)Project: WYDE Political Parties – funded by the European UnionParticipants: Young parliamentarians, youth political leaders and political party representativesMain topics: Youth political leadership, party structures, youth participation, political strategy and policy priorities

Responsible Leadership: Financial Integrity and Resource Management in Politics
2026-03-26 09:00 - 2026-03-29 14:00
From 26 to 29 March 2026, young political leaders from Ghana will participate in the training “Responsible Leadership: Financial Integrity and Resource Management in Politics,” organised by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties project, led by the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) and funded by the European Union.
The training will take place in Koforidua, Ghana, and aims to strengthen financial integrity, transparency and responsible resource management among emerging political leaders. In many political contexts, young leaders face significant challenges in managing financial resources, ensuring accountability and making sound financial decisions. Strengthening financial management skills and promoting ethical leadership are therefore essential for building public trust and sustaining credible political leadership.
The programme will provide participants with practical knowledge and skills related to budgeting, financial oversight, political fundraising, campaign financing, financial accountability and ethical resource management. Through interactive sessions, case studies, group discussions and practical exercises, participants will explore financial decision-making processes, transparency mechanisms and responsible leadership practices in political and student-led organisations.
The training will also create a platform for exchange among young political leaders, allowing participants to share experiences and discuss common challenges related to political financing, accountability and resource management. By strengthening financial integrity and leadership skills, the training aims to contribute to more transparent, accountable and responsible political leadership in Ghana.
Through activities such as this training, the WYDE Political Parties project continues to support democratic development by strengthening political leadership, promoting youth participation in politics and fostering responsible, transparent and accountable political practices.
The training is expected to strengthen participants’ financial management skills, improve decision-making and oversight capacities, and build a network of young leaders committed to ethical and responsible leadership.

Event Details
Event: Responsible Leadership: Financial Integrity and Resource Management in PoliticsDate: 26–29 March 2026Location: Capital View Hotel Tower, Koforidua, GhanaOrganised by: Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) Ghana OfficeProject: WYDE Political Parties – funded by the European UnionMain topics: Financial literacy, political resource management, campaign financing, transparency, accountability and ethical leadership

Pre-Election Survey on Youth Political Priorities and Expectations in Kenya
2026-04-27 - 2026-05-31
The Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS), in the framework of the WYDE Political Parties project, led by the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP) and funded by the European Union, is launching a national Pre-Election Survey on Youth Political Priorities and Expectations in Kenya.
As Kenya approaches the 2027 general elections, understanding the perspectives, expectations and priorities of young people has become increasingly important for the future of the country’s democratic development. With a significant majority of the population under the age of 35, youth represent a central force for political participation, economic development and social change. However, young people continue to face structural barriers to meaningful political participation and representation.
Despite constitutional provisions and efforts to promote youth representation, many young people remain excluded from decision-making processes, political leadership and policy development. At the same time, declining voter registration and turnout among young voters in recent elections reflects growing political disillusionment and a perception that political processes do not adequately reflect the interests and realities of younger generations.
Economic challenges further compound this situation. High unemployment, underemployment and limited access to economic opportunities continue to shape youth perceptions of political systems and governance. In addition, the high financial cost of running for political office remains one of the main barriers preventing young leaders from entering formal politics, reinforcing structural inequalities in political representation.
Against this backdrop, the survey aims to generate data-driven insights into the political and economic priorities, perceptions and expectations of Kenyan youth aged 18 to 35 ahead of the 2027 elections. The study will explore key issues influencing youth political participation, voting behaviour, political motivation and leadership ambitions, as well as the impact of economic realities on political engagement.
The research will be conducted using a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative surveys, focus group discussions and key informant interviews across multiple counties in Kenya, ensuring representation across urban and rural areas, gender groups and socio-economic backgrounds. The study will also analyse differences in political attitudes among various youth segments, including students, employed and unemployed youth, and rural and urban populations.
The findings of the survey will provide evidence-based recommendations to support political actors, civil society organisations and civic education initiatives in developing more youth-centred political engagement strategies. The results will also contribute to public debates, policy discussions and future activities under the WYDE Political Parties project, helping to strengthen youth participation and representation in democratic processes.
Through initiatives such as this study, the WYDE Political Parties project continues to support more inclusive political systems by promoting youth engagement, strengthening democratic participation and fostering dialogue between political actors and young citizens.
The survey represents an important step towards ensuring that the voices, priorities and aspirations of young people are better reflected in political agendas and democratic processes in Kenya.

AAPPRA Regional Conference in Nairobi, Kenya
2026-04-27 08:30 - 2026-04-29 17:00
Strengthening Political Party Regulation and Regional Cooperation in Africa
From 27 to 29 April 2026, political party regulatory authorities from across Africa will gather in Nairobi, Kenya, for a regional conference focused on strengthening political party regulation and promoting more inclusive and accountable political party systems across the continent. The conference will bring together representatives from Kenya, Sierra Leone and Malawi, alongside international partners and experts in political party governance.
Hosted by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties of Kenya, the conference builds on previous regional exchanges and aims to further strengthen cooperation among political party regulatory authorities in Africa. The event is organised in partnership with the Christian Democratic International Centre (KIC), the Political Parties Regulation Commission of Sierra Leone, the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties of Malawi, and the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP), within the framework of the WYDE Political Parties project.
Political parties play a central role in democratic governance as the main channels through which citizens organise politically, express interests and participate in public decision-making. Effective and transparent regulation of political parties is therefore essential to ensure accountability, fairness and inclusive political participation. Across many African countries, political party regulatory authorities face similar challenges related to political party financing, internal party democracy, dispute resolution and the meaningful participation of women and youth in political processes.
The Nairobi conference will provide a platform for peer learning, exchange of experiences and technical discussions on key regulatory issues. The agenda will include sessions on political party financing mechanisms, digitalisation of regulatory systems, governance models for political party oversight, conflict prevention and mediation within political parties, and approaches to institutionalising women and youth participation in political processes.
A key milestone of the conference will be the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding among the participating regulatory authorities. This agreement will formalise their commitment to continued cooperation and will lay the foundation for the African Association of Political Party Regulatory Authorities (AAPPRA), a regional platform aimed at strengthening collaboration, knowledge exchange and institutional capacity among political party regulatory bodies in Africa.
By supporting regional cooperation and institutional strengthening among political party regulatory authorities, the WYDE Political Parties project contributes to the development of more inclusive, transparent and accountable political party systems, and to strengthening democratic governance through improved political party regulation and participation.
Event: AAPPRA Conference – Strengthening Political Party Regulation and Regional Collaboration in AfricaDate: 27–29 April 2026Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Villa Rosa Kempinski & Safari Park Hotel)Host: Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP), KenyaOrganised by: Christian Democratic International Centre (KIC) in partnership with the Political Parties Regulation Commission Sierra Leone, Office of the Registrar of Political Parties Malawi, and the European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP)Project: WYDE Political Parties – funded by the European UnionParticipants: Political party regulatory authorities from Kenya, Sierra Leone and Malawi, international partners, and experts in political party regulationMain topics: Political party financing, digitalisation of political party regulation, regulatory governance models, conflict prevention and mediation within political parties, women and youth political participation, and regional cooperation among political party regulatory authoritiesKey outcome: Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding establishing the foundation for the African Association of Political Party Regulatory Authorities (AAPPRA)
