This archive report was first published on 23 May 2020.
On May 23, 2020, Senate Majority Whip Irungu Kangata spoke about the role of parties in Kenya's politics. He stated that for a party to be effective, its members must be whipped into line to follow the party's position.
According to Kangata, a party's position is not to be taken lightly, and members must be willing to follow it without question. He cited the example of Kindiki, who was given a position by a party without any explanation, and was subsequently entitled to withdraw from it.
Watch the full interview with Irungu Kangata to learn more about his views on party strength and its importance in Kenya's political landscape.
