Kenya Gears Up for 8th People Dialogue Festival: A National Call to Issue-Based Politics
By Bruno Aero Family Media & Tv Nairobi, March 3, 2026 — The Centre for Multiparty Democracy (CMD-Kenya) has announced final preparations for the 8th Edition of the People Dialogue Festival (PDF), a four-day civic platform set to unite Kenyans in structured, inclusive, and issue-based dialogue. Dialogue as a Democratic Necessity CMD-Kenya emphasized that dialogue is not optional but essential in a rapidly evolving democracy. It builds trust, enhances accountability, and shifts political discourse toward practical solutions that improve governance and electoral integrity. Since October 2025, the organization has hosted high-level policy dialogues, county town hall forums, and school-based engagements, all feeding into the Festival’s agenda. These citizen-driven perspectives will culminate in a consolidated national issue-based agenda to guide democratic engagement beyond the event. Festival Methodology: Plenaries and Gumzos The Festival will feature join...
