Susan Nakhumicha tells how he received reports of the dismissal: “Gen z fell with me”

Former Health Minister Susan Nakhumicha describes his experience after being fired by President William Ruto in 2024
The shooting took place amid national protests led by Gen Z fueled by a controversial bill for 2024
Ruto canceled the entire cabinet except Prime Minister Musalia Mudavadi, who later appointed new members, including opposition leaders

Former Minister of Health Susan Nakhumicha He has opened up about his life after he was dismissed in a sharp cabinet change by President William Ruto in June 2024.

Susan Nakhumicha pleased the mourners by narrating how he knew about his dismissal following the protest of Gen Z. Photo: Susan Nakhumicha, Donwilson Odhiambo/Getty Images.
Source: UGC

He revealed that he learned about ending his studies while watching television directly, which surprised him.

How did Gen Zs cause Nakhumicha to be fired?

Speaking during the memorial service of the former Chairman of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Fula chebikati In Kitale, Trans Nzoia, Nakhumicha highlighted how a wave of protests led by Gen Z finally cost his job.

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Nakhumicha remembered with humor how social networks were filled with conversations about General Z to overthrow government officials, and became one of the losers.

“I served as a health minister, but the Gen Z wave spread online. He whispered, raising laughter from the audience.

He noted that, unlike previous administrations where the dismissal was broadcast via radio, he received news of the cabinet adjustment on television.

“During the era of former President Moi, such broadcasts were made on the radio. But ours was not. he added.

After being laid off, Nakhumicha said he turned back to his Cherangani farm, where he is now involved in the development and sale of cabbage.

The former minister admitted to facing financial problems, and acknowledged that even contributing a small amount to Chebikati's funeral was a challenge.

Why was Susan Nakhumicha fired from the ministerial career?

Nakhumicha was part of the Cabinet that was dismissed by the President in July 2024. The move came when Gen Z protesters were doing The processionseeking major reforms including dismissing all ministers.

The protests erupted following public outrage over the adoption of the 2024 financial bill, which proposed unacceptable tax measures. The movement accelerated, forcing the government to back the bill after a massive protest and pressure from the public.

In response to the dispute, Ruto dismissed all Cabinet secretaries except the Prime Minister Musalia Mudavadisaying that the decision was important to strengthen efficiency, transparency and accountability in leadership.