Kenya is set to host a four-day Global Peace Conference in Nairobi, bringing together youth and thought leaders from across the world to push a bold message of unity, hope, and humanity.

The forum, spearheaded by Prof. Madhu Krishan, aims to inspire young people to embrace their role as global citizens beyond political borders, while championing peace and sustainable development.

“We want to foster the sense of unity amongst God’s people, and we believe there is no discrimination, and we want to tell young people in Kenya that there is hope for them,” Madhu said.

Adding “We believe in this conference that youths will understand the sense of humanity and need for peacekeeping to fulfil our dreams.”

He stressed Kenya’s pivotal role on the continent, describing it as a model for Africa’s future, adding that it plays a vital role in the sustainable development of the whole African continent and takes the gospel of Peace to all five continents.

The event will also shine a spotlight on students trained through international institutions, including American universities and UN innovation programs, many of whom are already leading peace projects globally.

Prof. Madhu also challenged the obsession with national boundaries, calling them “man-made divisions that hinder unity.” Citing South Asia’s partition history, he remarked that  “So, we want to unite once again. God has never discriminated in creating human beings.

“The boundaries are man-made. Political divided boundaries are there. So we would like to unite once again all of them,” he continued.

Backing the initiative, Prof. Cletus Bassey emphasised the responsibility of governments and institutions to nurture citizens’ aspirations. He urged Kenyan youth to seize the opportunity.

“There shouldn’t be injustice here. We are bringing the gospel of peace and also to tell the young people in Kenya that there is work and hope for them because there is work, God raises institutions, and government is one of those institutions, to make sure that those in the dreams of our forebears come to pass.,” Bassey affirmed.

The Nairobi conference, whose details, including the date and venue, are yet to be shared, is expected to draw participants from across Africa and beyond, serving as a powerful reminder that peace, justice, and unity remain a shared responsibility in an increasingly divided world.

It carries huge importance for Kenyans, especially the younger generation. Kenya has a youthful population, with more than 75 per cent under 35, yet many face unemployment, political exclusion, and the lingering scars of ethnic divisions.

By putting young people at the centre of conversations about peace, unity, and sustainable development, the conference creates space for them to see themselves as more than just passive citizens—they are active drivers of change.

For a country that has endured election-related violence, insecurity, and economic inequality, the forum comes at a critical time, offering Kenyan youth tools, networks, and inspiration to push back against divisions fueled by politics, tribalism, and disillusionment. Instead, it reframes them as global citizens whose role extends beyond borders, with a mandate to champion peace and humanity.

Kenya is also positioning itself as a regional leader, hosting global dialogues that shape Africa’s future. The conference reinforces Nairobi’s image as a hub for diplomacy, innovation, and thought leadership.

For ordinary Kenyans, especially the youth, it signals that their voices matter in building not just a peaceful Kenya, but a more united Africa.