Senior Counsel Kalonzo Musyoka is a distinguished legal mind and a prominent national leader. His vast experience, coupled with his high-ranking status in both the legal and political realms, necessitates a more strategic and elevated role in shaping the future of our nation. It is, therefore, concerning to see him arguing cases before junior judicial officers when his influence should be exerted at a much higher level.
Kalonzo is not just any advocate; he is a Senior Counsel, a former Vice President, and a seasoned politician who is also a presidential candidate. His engagements should reflect his stature. While the practice of law is his right, and indeed a noble profession, there are certain engagements that should be delegated to the competent team of lawyers under his tutelage. Instead of standing before junior judicial officers to argue cases, he should be mentoring the next generation of legal minds, focusing on governance, and playing a bigger role in national affairs.
Great leaders understand the power of delegation. A person of Kalonzo’s stature should have a team of top-tier legal experts handling cases on his behalf while he concentrates on shaping policy, leading national discourse, and cementing his position as a statesman. The optics of a former Vice President appearing in court to argue cases might diminish his political and legal influence in the eyes of the public.
His presence should be felt in strategic boardrooms, national policy discussions, and international diplomatic forums—not in the routine back-and-forth of courtroom litigation. The people of Kenya look up to him for guidance on critical national matters, and his time is best spent influencing decision-making at the highest levels.
If he seeks to make a lasting impact in the legal fraternity, his role should be advisory and mentorship-based rather than direct litigation. There is no shortage of capable lawyers who can handle legal battles under his direction, allowing him to focus on the bigger picture—his presidential aspirations and the future of Kenya.
Kalonzo Musyoka should play in the high league. It is time for him to elevate his engagement and step fully into the role of a statesman rather than a practicing lawyer appearing in court. His leadership and wisdom are needed elsewhere—to steer Kenya toward progress and unity.
By assuming a more strategic position, he will not only command greater respect but also cement his legacy as a national and international figure of influence. The legal profession will always be part of him, but his contributions are needed at a much higher level than courtroom litigation.
