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Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party

Also known as: Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition Party · Azimio la Umoja–One Kenya Coalition Party

Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party — opposition coalition led by Kalonzo Musyoka, undergoing restructuring ahead of 2027 election.

2026-05-182026-10-30

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Kalonzo said the opposition coalition, including the United Alternative Government, Wiper Patriotic Front, and Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party, would continue standing with Kenyans affected by the rising cost of living. …

    Kalonzo blames President Ruto, demands CS Wandayi's resignation over fuel hike crisis

Yesterday

  1. Babu Owino claims Ruto offered him Education CS job in 2024

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has claimed President William Ruto offered him the Cabinet Secretary for Education position during the Gen Z protests in 2024, which he declined due to his opposition to the broad-based government arrangement.

    29 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Kalonzo dismisses leadership void after Uhuru steps down

    Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected claims that former President Uhuru Kenyatta's resignation from the Azimio La Umoja Coalition's leadership created a vacuum, saying the coalition remains under his stewardship as Party Leader and that Kenyatta's departure does not alter its direction or programmes. Kenyatta, who also stepped down as Jubilee Party leader, clarified his resignation is not an abandonment of the coalition or its ideals.

    7 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 3 October

  1. KICC illuminated in tribute to late former PM Raila Odinga

    The Kenyatta International Convention Centre was lit with a visual tribute to late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Friday night as the Orange Democratic Movement organized nationwide candle-lighting commemorations and began its October programme, "Mwezi wa Baba," in his honour.

    3 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 25 September

  1. Wamalwa: UDP will be Sifuna's political vehicle for 2027

    DAP-Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa stated that the United Democratic Party will serve as Senator Edwin Sifuna's political vehicle for the 2027 General Election, after plans to rebrand it as the Ukombozi People's Party collapsed due to a dispute over the name. Wamalwa said the opposition remains united and focused on building a united front for the polls.

    25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 24 September

  1. MP Kitany: Uhuru undermines himself questioning 2022 election outcome

    Aldai MP Marianne Kitany says former President Uhuru Kenyatta is contradicting himself by questioning the legitimacy of the 2022 presidential election, since he benefited from the same constitutional electoral system when he was elected in 2013 and the court upheld his victory.

    24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. Natembeya's party challenges Kalonzo's Ukombozi Alliance name registration

    The Ukombozi People's Party, associated with Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, has requested the Registrar of Political Parties revoke Kalonzo Musyoka's Ukombozi Alliance name, claiming it reserved the name in March last year. The dispute reflects divisions within the opposition ahead of the 2027 presidential race.

    22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Uhuru claims Raila won 2022 election, disputes Ruto victory

    Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has cast doubt on President William Ruto's 2022 election victory, stating he knows Raila Odinga won the election, and hinting at a scheme to manipulate the outcome that secured Ruto's win.

    22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Sifuna's new party to be unveiled within 11 days

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's political vehicle for the 2027 presidential race is set to be unveiled soon, with Linda Mwananchi allies announcing an 11-day countdown to the announcement. The movement has stepped up efforts to build a political platform around Sifuna, who has signalled his intention to seek the presidency in 2027.

    22 September 2026 · Capital News →

  4. NLP objects to Azimio rebranding without constituent party consultation

    The National Liberal Party has objected to a reported proposal to rebrand and restructure the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party as the "Ukombozi Alliance," saying constituent parties were not adequately consulted and that it learned of the changes through public announcements and media reports rather than formal communication from coalition leadership.

    22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Uhuru claims Raila won 2022 presidential election despite loss

    Former President Uhuru Kenyatta says he remains convinced Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, questioning how the Azimio coalition could have lost the presidency while winning most parliamentary and county races. Ruto was declared president-elect with 50.49 per cent of votes against Odinga's 48.85 per cent, and the Supreme Court unanimously upheld the results.

    22 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Azimio to convene meeting on Uhuru's chairmanship role

    Azimio coalition party leader Kalonzo Musyoka said the Council would convene a meeting to decide on Uhuru Kenyatta's role as Council Chair, following a High Court ruling that barred retired presidents from holding political party office for more than six months after leaving State House.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

  1. Ruto defends housing levy as coalition manifesto commitment

    President Ruto defended the housing levy during a media engagement in Kisumu, stating that both the Azimio la Umoja and Kenya Kwanza coalitions proposed a levy in their election manifestos, though Kenya Kwanza's manifesto did not specify the deduction percentage. Ruto said the programme addresses Kenya's housing deficit, creates jobs, and supports economic growth.

    14 September 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 12 September

  1. NLP rejects Azimio resolutions from disputed September 11 meeting

    The National Liberal Party has rejected resolutions adopted by Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party during a September 11 meeting, saying it was neither notified nor invited to the proceedings and only learned of the resolutions through media reports. The NLP argues that major changes to Azimio's structure must follow the coalition's 2022 Deed of Agreement and the Political Parties Act.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 22 August

  1. Mwangaza calls for peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour in Meru

    Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has called for a peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour of Meru County on August 30, welcoming the opposition outfit led by Senator Edwin Sifuna. Mwangaza, a recent joiner of the movement and endorsed of Sifuna for President, expects a successful visit.

    22 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Opposition leaders demand IEBC reforms before 2027 election

    Opposition leaders including Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Justin Muturi have demanded urgent reforms at the IEBC and warned against reintroducing the Smartmatic election management system under a different name. They said the credibility of the next election depends on an electoral system that commands confidence of all political players, and called for unity within the Azimio coalition ahead of 2027.

    12 August 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 8 August

  1. KRA chief Muriithi declares bid for Laikipia governor in 2027

    Kenya Revenue Authority Chairperson Ndiritu Muriithi, who served as Laikipia governor from 2017 to 2022 before losing to Joshua Irungu in 2022, has announced his candidacy for the county's top seat in the 2027 General Election on a Reform Party of Kenya ticket.

    8 August 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 3 August

  1. Azimio coalition admits three new members ahead of 2027 election

    The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party has admitted three new members—Fred Matiang'i, Peter Munya, and Lenny Kivuti—and is undertaking internal restructuring and rebranding in preparation for the 2027 General Election, with plans to invite additional parties.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Senate removes Sifuna as Deputy Minority Whip

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been removed as Senate Deputy Minority Whip and replaced by Migori Senator Eddy Oketch, following a meeting convened by Senate Minority Whip Ledama Ole Kina. The Azimio la Umoja coalition complained about the short notice and lack of agenda transparency for the meeting, where 11 Senators voted to remove Sifuna.

    16 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Kalonzo calls for June 25 as national public holiday

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be formally recognised as a national public holiday, dubbed 'Liberation Day,' to honour young Kenyans who led the anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024. He said the day should serve as a permanent reminder of the sacrifices made by youth in defence of freedom, justice and constitutional rights.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kalonzo calls for June 25th recognition as national public holiday

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be formally recognised as a national public holiday, dubbed 'Liberation Day,' in honour of young Kenyans who led the anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 18 May

  1. Kalonzo calls for energy CS resignation over fuel price increase

    Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has demanded the resignation of Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi over a May 14 fuel price hike that increased diesel by Ksh 46.29 per litre and super petrol by Ksh 16.65 per litre, blaming President Ruto's administration for poor governance and insensitive economic policies that triggered a nationwide transport crisis.

    18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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