Politics

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Chairperson Ndiritu Muriithi has officially announced his intention to make a political comeback by seeking the Laikipia governorship in the 2027 General Election. Muriithi, who served as Laikipia governor between 2017 and 2022, made the announcement in Nyahururu on Saturday, confirming that he will contest the …

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s bid for the presidency, calling on Luhya youth to rally behind his ambitions. Malala said he would fully support Sifuna and urged young people from the Luhya community to extend their backing to …

Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Nyali MP Mohammed Ali as Deputy Party Leader-designate of the Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF), describing the move as part of a broader effort to widen the party’s leadership base ahead of the 2027 General Election. Announcing the appointments, Kalonzo explained that …

Murang’a Woman Representative Betty Maina has firmly rejected any suggestion that she intends to join former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), urging him to stop mentioning her in his political activities. In a Facebook post published on July 27, Maina dismissed speculation that she had fallen …

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has defended her decision to remain aligned with President William Ruto’s administration, insisting that political relationships are based on shared interests rather than personal loyalty. Responding to criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Waiguru said politicians should not be expected to maintain permanent alliances, as …

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has dismissed any possibility of Wiper Democratic Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka joining President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza government ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking to Citizen TV on Thursday morning, Maanzo — a close ally of Kalonzo — said there was no active engagement between …

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has tasked former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi with initiating dialogue with retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, citing Murungi’s extensive political experience as ideal for the role. Speaking during an event in Meru on Saturday, July 26, Kindiki praised Murungi’s political credentials, saying few in the region could …

Trans Nzoia County — A political rally in Kiminini took an unexpected turn on Sunday when residents began voluntarily contributing cash to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi Movement, transforming the roadside gathering into an impromptu fundraiser. Supporters pushed through the crowd toward Sifuna’s vehicle, offering whatever they could — …

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has officially opened registration for candidates planning to contest various elective positions under its ticket in the 2027 General Election. In a notice issued on Friday, July 24, 2026, the party invited prospective candidates to begin the registration process by paying the required …

Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has officially joined former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), becoming one of the highest-profile elected leaders to align with the opposition party as political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election gather momentum. Kang’ata confirmed that he will seek a second …