Dr. Isaac Newton Kinity Warns of Potential Division in Kenya, Citing Holocaust Parallels in Pres. Ruto’s Remarks
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Dr. Isaac Newton Kinity, a Kenyan human rights activist based in Connecticut, USA, has issued a strong statement condemning recent remarks by President William Ruto, warning of the potential for ethnic division within Kenya.
Drawing parallels to the early days of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany, Dr. Kinity cautioned that President Ruto’s words and actions could lead to a severe crisis if left unchecked.
In his statement, Dr. Kinity highlighted that Adolf Hitler’s initial warnings against the Jewish community—accusing them of “dominating Germany’s economy”—set the stage for exclusion, persecution, and ultimately the Holocaust.
Dr. Kinity claims that President Ruto’s alleged recent remark that “one community in Kenya will not be allowed to dominate Kenya’s economy” echoes similar rhetoric.
According to Kinity, this language could foreshadow an “emerging plan of a Holocaust in Kenya” if not carefully scrutinized by both Kenyan citizens and the international community.
Dr. Kinity’s warning follows recent controversies surrounding other remarks by President Ruto, who publicly stated, “I was not given a sword to cut vegetables but to cut people who oppose my policies.” This statement, according to Dr. Kinity, has sparked anxiety and concern across Kenya.
The activist pointed out that words from a sitting president, especially words invoking power over dissent, can lead to dangerous outcomes if interpreted as threats.
Furthermore, Dr. Kinity expressed unease about President Ruto’s recent promotion of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki, who was involved in overseeing responses to anti-government protests earlier this year.
According to Dr. Kinity, Ruto praised Kindiki as a “loyal, trusted Kenyan,” commending his role in enforcing Ruto’s directives during these protests, where violence allegedly led to the deaths of several young protesters.
Dr. Kinity warns that Ruto’s praise of Kindiki signals a readiness to enforce policies with force, which he views as a tactic reminiscent of authoritarian regimes.
The activist also suggested that Ruto’s leadership may be driven by a willingness to silence critics, both within Kenya and abroad.
Dr. Kinity claimed that Ruto’s administration may even target individuals outside the country, suggesting that there could be extrajudicial tactics used against outspoken opponents.
Dr. Kinity urged international organizations, including the International Criminal Court (ICC), to be vigilant in monitoring human rights developments in Kenya, specifically in relation to the protection of witnesses.
He pointed out that during past conflicts, key witnesses were allegedly intimidated or eliminated, complicating the pursuit of justice in the 2007–2008 post-election violence.
“Ruto’s language,” Dr. Kinity stated, “appears to single out certain communities, a worrying trend that the world has seen before, and one that must be condemned to avoid a repeat of history.”
Dr. Kinity recalled that President Ruto had previously made remarks cautioning the Kikuyu, Luhya, and Kisii communities about their roles in the economy.
According to Kinity, these remarks fuel tension and could eventually deepen divisions among Kenya’s ethnic groups.
In his closing, Dr. Kinity expressed concern that Ruto’s rhetoric might be leading Kenya toward a period of crisis similar to what unfolded in Nazi Germany, where discriminatory language quickly escalated into violence.
He called on President Ruto to avoid language that divides and instead lead Kenya toward unity, as the nation’s diversity should be a source of strength.
Nakuru Times Reporter
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