Why councils of elders shouldn't abdicate core responsibilities for politics

The once revered and impactful councils of elders have lost their mojo. Today, most of them are either a collection of failed politicians rejected by voters, or motley of village elders curated to advance the interests of politicians.The councils initially wielded clout and advanced the interests of their communities, with bias for cultural enforcement and enhancement, and in ensuring the moral fabric of society remained intact.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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The councils initially wielded clout and advanced the interests of their communities, with bias for cultural enforcement and enhancement, and in ensuring the moral fabric of society remained intact.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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