PEOPLE’S LIBERATION PARTY (PLP) MANIFESTO

PREAMBLE: The People’s Liberation Party (PLP) envisions a united, prosperous, and equitable Kenya, where governance is transparent, economic opportunities are accessible to all, and fundamental human rights are respected. We are committed to a progressive, inclusive, and sustainable development agenda that prioritizes the empowerment of all citizens.

• Establish a National Unity Commission to promote inter-community dialogue and resolve historical injustices.
• Implement inclusive governance policies to ensure all ethnic groups have representation in leadership.
• Enforce hate speech laws to prevent ethnic and political incitement.

2. GOOD GOVERNANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND RULE OF LAW

• Implement digital tracking of public funds to enhance transparency and reduce corruption.
• Strengthen the independence of the Judiciary and anti-corruption agencies.
• Enforce the full implementation of devolution to ensure resources reach all counties equitably.
• Promote participatory governance by increasing public involvement in policymaking.

3. ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION AND JOB CREATION

• Implement a progressive tax policy that reduces the burden on low-income earners while ensuring corporations contribute fairly.
• Promote Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to boost industrialization and create job opportunities.
• Introduce incentives for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including access to low-interest credit and training programs.
• Expand Kenya’s digital economy by investing in ICT infrastructure and fostering a conducive environment for startups.

4. HEALTHCARE FOR ALL

• Establish a Universal Health Coverage (UHC) system that ensures affordable healthcare services for all Kenyans.
• Increase funding for public hospitals and ensure fair distribution of healthcare workers across all counties.
• Strengthen mental health services and integrate them into primary healthcare.
• Invest in medical research and encourage the use of indigenous and alternative medicine.
• Empower community health workers to enhance preventive healthcare by increasing training, resources, and incentives.
• Prioritize preventive health programs, maternal and child health education, and lifestyle disease awareness initiatives.

5. EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

• Implement a universal free basic education system and subsidized tertiary education.
• Reform the curriculum to include entrepreneurship and vocational training.
• Provide digital literacy programs and establish tech hubs in rural areas.
• Ensure equitable allocation of education resources, especially to marginalized regions.

6. INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

• Prioritize road network expansion and maintenance to improve accessibility and connectivity.
• Invest in green energy projects, including solar and wind, to ensure sustainable electricity supply.
• Expand access to clean water and sanitation facilities across the country.
• Improve and modernize public transportation systems to ease congestion in urban areas.

7. AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY

• Provide subsidies for farmers to access quality seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation facilities.
• Promote climate-smart agriculture to enhance resilience against climate change.
• Strengthen cooperative societies to support smallholder farmers in accessing markets and financing.
• Establish food storage and processing industries to reduce post-harvest losses.

8. ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE ACTION

• Commit to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 through investment in renewable energy.
• Enforce strict environmental protection laws to combat deforestation and pollution.
• Promote tree planting campaigns and establish community-based conservation programs.
• Incentivize businesses to adopt eco-friendly practices and sustainable production methods.

9. SOCIAL PROTECTION AND WELFARE

• Establish a universal basic income program for vulnerable populations.
• Strengthen labor laws to ensure decent wages and protect workers’ rights.
• Implement a pension scheme that covers both formal and informal sector workers.
• Support programs for people living with disabilities to ensure their full participation in society.

10. GENDER EQUALITY AND YOUTH EMPOWERMENT

• Enforce the two-thirds gender rule in all government and corporate leadership roles.
• Provide funding and mentorship programs for women-led businesses.
• Increase political participation of women and youth through policy reforms.
• Strengthen protections against gender-based violence and implement harsher penalties for perpetrators.

11. SECURITY AND JUSTICE REFORMS

• Modernize the police force and provide human rights training for law enforcement officers.
• Strengthen community policing programs to enhance public security.
• Fast-track judicial processes to ensure timely justice for all citizens.
• Develop a national rehabilitation program for youth at risk of engaging in crime.

12. DIGITAL ECONOMY AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION

• Establish a national innovation fund to support tech startups and entrepreneurs.
• Expand internet connectivity to rural and underserved areas.
• Implement data protection laws to safeguard citizens’ digital privacy.
• Promote e-government services to improve efficiency and accessibility of public services.

• Strengthen Kenya’s diplomatic relations with global partners to attract investment and trade opportunities.
• Advocate for African unity and integration through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
• Enhance Kenya’s role in peacekeeping and conflict resolution in the region.
• Promote policies that protect Kenyans working abroad from exploitation and abuse.

• Establish a national arts and culture fund to support creative industries.
• Develop state-of-the-art sports facilities and training centers across the country.
• Introduce grants for artists, filmmakers, and musicians to promote Kenyan culture globally.
• Support talent development programs from grassroots to national levels.