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Caleb Amisi

Also known as: Saboti MP Caleb Amisi

Saboti MP and leader of the People's Renaissance Movement, positioning his party as opposition to President Ruto ahead of 2027 elections.

2026-04-252026-10-11

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    … hat Sifuna has all that it takes to become president and pledged to support his bid.Meanwhile, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has been dealt a big blow after all Trans-Nzoia branch officials defected to the People's Renaissance Movement associated with Saboti MP Caleb Amisi …

    Cherangany MP Patrick Simiyu joins Linda Mwananchi
  3. The Standard

    … Who told her to hurriedly cross the aisle when the stakes are so high?As Saboti MP Caleb Amisi will tell you, Mr Sifuna’s camp is already crumbling because of egos. …

    Why luck won't strike twice for Pauline Njoroge
  4. Citizen Digital

    … The leaders—including the DCP’s brigade led by Nyandarua Senator John Methu, UDA’s led by Nyandarua Woman Rep Faith Gitau, and the People’s Renaissance Movement PRM party captained by Saboti MP Caleb Amisi—also pledged to maintain peace. …

    Leaders call for peace as Ol Kalou campaigns enter homestretch
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Meanwhile, in Rurii Ward, Saboti MP Caleb Amisi campaigned for People's Renaissance Party candidate Timothy Kariuki and called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to investigate allegations of voter bribery involving state officers and Kenya Kwanza-allie …

    Three injured as DCP, UDA supporters clash ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
  6. Capital News

    … Kuria in a post on X Friday addressed Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata and several opposition leaders, saying they had now witnessed Gachagua’s leadership style firsthand. “Dear Dr Irungu Kang’ata, Edwin Sifuna, Godfrey Osotsi, Caleb Amisi, Jack Wamboka Wanami and Jimmy Aggrey B …

    Kuria calls Gachagua ‘irredeemable tyrant’ in fresh attack
  7. June 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, Funyula lawmaker Wilberforce Oundo and Saboti MP Caleb Amisi have pledged their support for Maraga's 2027 presidential bid. …

    Section of Linda Mwananchi group backs Maraga's presidential bid
  9. May 2026
  10. The Standard

    … Leaders like Babu Owino, Caleb Amisi, Antony Kibagendi and Sifuna are tapping into the energy of the Gen Z movement, amplifying calls for accountability and reform. …

    Why president's political future hangs in the balance
  11. Citizen Digital

    Sifuna must lead the opposition alliance ticket - MP Caleb Amisi By Collins Shitabayi May 16, 2026 07:35 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Saboti MP Caleb Amisi in a past address. …

    Sifuna must lead the opposition alliance ticket - MP Caleb Amisi
  12. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeSaboti MP Caleb Amisi has claimed that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) could fail to appear on the ballot paper in the 2027 General Election, alleging that President William Ruto is orchestrating a calculated plan to dismantle the opposition party from withi …

    Amisi claims Ruto plotting to dismantle ODM before 2027 polls
  13. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeSaboti MP Caleb Amisi has defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta over allegations of funding the opposition to destabilise the government. …

    Desist from attacking Uhuru, Saboti MP tells Ruto allies

Yesterday

  1. Opposition accuses government of negligence in Ebola preparedness

    Kalonzo Musyoka and other opposition leaders have accused the government of lacking a solid strategy to prevent Ebola from entering Kenya, and called on development partners including the United States to ensure funds provided are properly utilised. The leaders also criticised President William Ruto for failing to address climate change.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Babu Owino's Muungano Party renamed to Mwananchi Party

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino's political party has officially changed its name from Muungano Party to The Mwananchi Party, following approval from the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties effective September 10, 2026. Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, who leads the People's Renaissance Movement, welcomed the development as strengthening Kenya's multiparty democracy.

    30 September 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Babu Owino's Muungano Party renamed The Mwananchi Party

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino's political party has officially changed its name from Muungano Party to The Mwananchi Party following approval from the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties, effective September 10, 2026. The Saboti MP Caleb Amisi welcomed the change as a step towards political renewal and multiparty democracy in Kenya.

    30 September 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 28 September

  1. Amisi denies powerful figures funding his political campaigns

    Saboti MP and People's Renaissance Movement leader Caleb Amisi has dismissed claims that his political activities are being financed by powerful individuals, saying he has personally funded his political journey. The remarks came after Kakamega Senator Bonny Khalwale questioned the resources behind Amisi's visible political mobilisation, including his reported use of helicopters.

    28 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 25 September

  1. Amisi urges Uhuru away from politics, invites Sifuna to join PM

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, leader of the People's Renaissance Movement Party, has urged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to stay out of active politics and instead provide financial support to opposition leaders. Amisi also invited Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to join his party ahead of the 2027 General Election, and announced his decision to work with former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i.

    25 September 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 20 September

  1. MP Amisi alleges NIS infiltration dividing Linda Mwananchi

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi claims the National Intelligence Service has infiltrated the Linda Mwananchi opposition movement to create divisions ahead of the 2027 election, attributing tensions within the group to the entry of older politicians including Siaya Governor James Orengo, Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi.

    20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Osotsi dismisses Linda Mwananchi divisions, blames Ruto

    Opposition leaders in the Linda Mwananchi movement have dismissed reports of rising tensions within the outfit, with Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi accusing President William Ruto of fuelling divisions ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Senator Onyonka acknowledges divisions within Linda Mwananchi movement

    Senator Richard Onyonka has acknowledged cracks in the Linda Mwananchi movement, stating that members hold different political views and are affiliated with different political parties. He said older members are mentoring younger politicians to maintain unity as the group strategises for the 2027 General Election.

    17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Opposition coalition calls for abolition of national tallying centre

    A coalition of opposition groups led by former Chief Justice David Maraga is calling for the scrapping of the national tallying centre ahead of the 2027 General Election, arguing that presidential results declared at constituency level should be final and not re-tallied at a central venue like Bomas of Kenya.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Political party question threatens Linda Mwananchi opposition alliance unity

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has stated he will not surrender his own political party for a single united Linda Mwananchi outfit, despite supporting Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's presidential bid. The dispute over which party should carry the opposition movement into the 2027 elections has exposed tensions within the alliance, which has publicly projected a unified image.

    15 September 2026 · Capital News →

  3. Babu Owino backs Sifuna's 2027 presidential bid, reveals his own party

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has dismissed reports of a fallout with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, affirming full support for Sifuna's 2027 presidential ambitions under the Linda Mwananchi movement. Owino traced their relationship to a period of ODM tensions when Sifuna, then party Secretary General, faced possible disciplinary action.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Amisi urges opposition unity, backs Sifuna for 2027 presidency

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has called on opposition leaders, including Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka, to unite behind Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the 2027 presidential race, arguing that the election will be decided by youth tired of President Ruto's administration and that older politicians should mentor rather than compete.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 11 September

  1. Matiang'i dismisses claims of external opposition funding

    Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang'i rejected claims that retired President Uhuru Kenyatta is sponsoring the opposition, stating that pressure for political change is driven by ordinary Kenyans and not by any individual or political sponsor. Matiang'i urged President William Ruto to focus on delivering on his promises rather than seeking political scapegoats.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Caleb Amisi claims Raila blessed formation of rival parties

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi claims he founded Linda Mwananchi and had the blessing of late ODM leader Raila Odinga to form parallel political outfits including Kenya Moja. Amisi has since left Linda Mwananchi to launch his own People Renaissance Movement party, which he launched in August 2026.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Opposition leaders call for selflessness in choosing 2027 flagbearer

    United Opposition principals, led by Rigathi Gachagua and Justin Muturi, are calling for selflessness among themselves when deciding on a flagbearer to face President William Ruto in the 2027 general election. Gachagua has expressed willingness to shelve his presidential ambitions if another candidate would be a sure bet to defeat Ruto.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. MP Amisi alleges Ksh.1.89B cyber-security fraud tied to State House hack

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has demanded government answers over an alleged Ksh.1.89 billion cyber-security maintenance scandal, claiming he has reliable intelligence suggesting a plot to inflate figures for corrupt purposes. He linked the allegation to July's incident when the State House website was hacked and hackers demanded a Bitcoin ransom equivalent to approximately Ksh.41 million.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Saboti MP Amisi launches new opposition party ahead of 2027

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has launched the People's Renaissance Movement (PM), a new political outfit positioning itself as a potential player in the 2027 General Election amid talks on alliances among opposition parties. Amisi said the party would champion economic liberation, justice and national renewal while mobilising Kenyans around an economic agenda.

    12 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Opposition leaders invite Linda Mwananchi to join new PM party

    Opposition leaders have invited the Linda Mwananchi movement to join the newly launched People's Renaissance Movement (PM) party or the United Alternative Government, citing registration frustrations with the Registrar of Political Parties. The PM party, led by Saboti lawmaker Caleb Amisi, was launched by opposition leaders seeking a united front against President William Ruto's administration.

    11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 9 August

  1. Saboti MP Amisi launches People's Renaissance Movement party

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi is launching the People's Renaissance Movement (PM) party on Tuesday, positioning it as a vehicle to move Gen Z-led street activism into electoral politics. The party, which draws its agenda from Kenya's Big Five animals as metaphors, will have presidential aspirant Reuben Kigame as a nominee.

    9 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Amisi warns opposition against "legacy politicians" for 2027

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has cautioned opposition leaders against fielding "legacy politicians" to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, arguing Kenyans demand economic change rather than familiar political names. Amisi said the current moment is defined by the need for economic recovery, lower cost of living, anti-corruption efforts, and debt reduction.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 26 July

  1. Cherangany MP Simiyu joins Linda Mwananchi, endorses Sifuna

    Cherangany MP Patrick Simiyu has joined the Linda Mwananchi movement and endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency during a rally in Kitale on Friday. The DAP-K lawmaker, previously aligned to the broad-based government, said the movement enjoys massive support across the country.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 25 July

  1. Opinion: Pauline Njoroge's party switch carries political risk

    A Standard opinion piece argues that Pauline Njoroge's resignation from Uhuru Kenyatta's Jubilee Party to align with Senator Edwin Sifuna is a "reckless gamble" that may damage her political prospects, warning that if her move fails to deliver results by 2027, she may not recover.

    25 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Leaders urge peace as Ol-Kalou by-election campaign nears end

    Leaders and clergy in Ol-Kalou Constituency, Nyandarua County, have called for peace ahead of Sunday's by-election, following violence when a DCP truck was attacked during campaign activities. Political actors and supporters have been urged to embrace calm and tolerance to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful election.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 11 July

  1. DCP and UDA supporters clash in Ol Kalou by-election campaign

    Three people were injured and two vehicles extensively damaged when supporters of rival political camps clashed while campaigning for the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. Transport along the Gilgil–Ol Kalou road was halted on Saturday after police fired in the air to disperse groups that had barricaded the highway.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 10 July

  1. Kuria attacks Gachagua as irredeemable tyrant over Ol Kalou race

    Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has intensified criticism of DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua, calling him an "irredeemable tyrant, tribal, egocentric, bigoted ingrate" following tensions over the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. Kuria's remarks came after Gachagua told Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata to stay away from the DCP campaign unless he planned to campaign for another party.

    10 July 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Three Linda Mwananchi MPs endorse David Maraga's 2027 presidential bid

    Three MPs—Caroli Omondi, Wilberforce Oundo, and Caleb Amisi—have pledged support for former Chief Justice David Maraga's presidential candidacy under the United Green Movement, citing his integrity, constitutionalism, and approach to governance at a youth congress held at Ufungamano House.

    16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Opinion: Ruto's 2027 reelection prospects uncertain amid economic challenges

    An opinion piece argues that President William Ruto's political future is uncertain ahead of the 2027 general election, with his reelection prospects challenged by public discontent over the cost of living, food prices, taxes, debt, and unemployment, despite government confidence in his prospects.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 16 May

  1. Saboti MP says Sifuna must lead opposition alliance ticket

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, a principal in the Linda Mwananchi movement, has declared there will be no negotiations with the United Opposition coalition on a merger unless Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is picked as the opposition presidential flag bearer. Amisi argued that young people have lost confidence in traditional political leadership and can only be motivated to participate if a member of their generation contests for the presidency.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Amisi alleges Ruto orchestrating plan to dismantle ODM

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has claimed that President William Ruto is plotting to dismantle the ODM from within to prevent the party from appearing on the 2027 ballot, and alleged that senior ODM figures critical of the broad-based government are being systematically pushed out of the party.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Saboti MP defends Uhuru against funding opposition claims

    Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has rejected allegations linking former President Uhuru Kenyatta to funding the opposition or the Linda Mwananchi movement, calling the claims baseless and politically motivated. Amisi stated he founded Linda Mwananchi and urged President Ruto's allies to stop attacking Kenyatta and focus instead on addressing national concerns.

    5 May 2026 · The Standard →

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