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Wiper Patriotic Front has dismissed claims that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, is scheduled to meet Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) officials on Monday to discuss supporting Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s 2027 presidential ambitions. The party, through its spokesperson and lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, rejected the claims made by DCP Deputy …

The President dismissed ongoing efforts by opposition leaders to form a united political front, arguing that alliances without a clear agenda for Kenyans would not guarantee electoral success. “Even if they unite to the last man, I will defeat them because unity without an agenda for Kenyans will not win …

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has denied claims by Nyandarua Senator John Methu that the two met at a hotel to discuss political plans involving the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP). Speaking during a rally in Kajiado on Tuesday, Nyoro appeared to address Methu’s recent allegations about an alleged political …

The Azimio la Umoja coalition has adopted a new name, with opposition leaders announcing that the political outfit will now operate as the Ukombozi Alliance. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced the change on Monday, saying parties within the coalition had unanimously agreed to rebrand the alliance as they prepare …

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has downplayed the growing Linda Mwananchi movement, describing it as a “passing cloud” and questioning whether it has a clearly defined political agenda. Speaking in Baringo County, Murkomen said he sympathised with some of the movement’s supporters, claiming that many had been convinced that Linda …

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka have held discussions on efforts to unite the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election, with the possibility of fielding a single presidential candidate emerging as a major focus. Sifuna said the two leaders agreed on the need for opposition …

A new Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) survey indicates that many Kenyans opposed to President William Ruto’s re-election believe former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua would have a greater impact by supporting a united opposition candidate rather than seeking the presidency himself. According to the poll, 33 percent of respondents …

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has called on Saboti MP Caleb Amisi to resolve concerns surrounding the Linda Mwananchi movement through internal discussions instead of making them public. Babu said leaders should engage one another directly whenever disagreements arise, rather than airing their differences on social media or other public …

People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has reaffirmed her intention to contest for the United Opposition’s presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 General Election, stating that she is not interested in serving as a running mate. Karua said she is focused on securing the coalition’s top seat but remains …