Junet defends donating millions in harambees, explains how he raises the money

National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed defended his participation in political fundraising events known as harambees, asserting that they remain a fundamental part of his political and community work. In an interview with a local TV station on August 11, 2026, Junet clarified that there is a distinction between empowering fundraising and non-transparent fundraising. He emphasized that harambees have always been part of his approach to community engagement.

Junet defended ODM's consistent stance that harambees conducted to empower the people are not objectionable. He highlighted his connections in business and professional circles, stating that he could personally contribute millions of shillings to his community initiatives. Additionally, he disclosed that he could obtain 3 million shillings from his business interests.

When asked if he had revised his position on harambees, Junet dismissed the criticism as unfounded, stating that they would continue to conduct harambees to empower their constituents. He announced a recent fundraising effort aimed at helping 10,000 women raise capital for their businesses, emphasizing that refusing such requests would be an abandonment of the people who elected him.

Junet described his fundraising activities as community donations involving friends, other leaders, and society members. He revealed plans for a separate initiative targeting young people, indicating that his advocacy for empowering individuals through fundraising will continue.