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Gladys Wanga

Also known as: Governor Wanga · Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga · ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga · ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga · Governor Gladys Wanga · ODM National Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga · Ms Gladys Wanga · The Homa Bay County boss · Governor Gladys Atieno Wanga · Gladys Atieno Wanga · Homa Bay Governor and ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga

Homa Bay Governor and ODM National Chairperson campaigning for President Ruto's 2027 re-election bid.

2026-04-262026-11-02

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August 2026
31 AugCitizen Digital
Wanga dismisses Orengo's presidential ambition, says he lacks strategic plan By Aly Abich August 31, 2026 08:52 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) chairperson …
Wanga dismisses Orengo's presidential ambition, says he lacks strategic plan
29 AugCapital News
… Governor Gladys Wanga, while responding to the criticism, said Homa Bay had historically suffered marginalisation but argued that development was now being accelerated under the broad-based government arrangement between President William Ruto’s administration and the Orange Demo …
Mbadi says ‘Yemen’ road in Homa Bay now being tarmacked
29 AugThe Standard
… First Lady Rachel Ruto and Governor Gladys Wanga with school girls and local leaders during a mentorship session on tackling the triple threat in Homa Bay. …
Homa Bay steps up fight against HIV, teenage pregnancies and GBV
27 AugThe Standard
… The project came after most of the farmers had yearned to start poultry farming but they were unable due to lack of resources and skills.First Lady Rachel Ruto who was accompanied by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga presided over distribution of the chicks at Oriwo Boys High School …
First Lady boosts over 1,000 poultry farmers with chicks
26 AugCapital News
… The engagement brought together Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Children Services Principal Secretary Caren Ageng’o, National Syndemic Diseases Control Council chief executive officer Douglas Bosire and National AIDS and STI Control Programme head Andrew Mulwa. …
Govt targets HIV, Teenage Pregnancies in youth health push
26 AugThe Standard
… Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga said the triple threat is a matter close to her heart because children carry a very big burden that is not necessarily supposed to be theirs. …
First Lady calls for urgent action to end triple threat among adolescents
22 AugCitizen Digital
… Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has rejected allegations of responsibility for the violence, instead accusing external political actors of provoking disorder in the county. …
Njeri Maina urges foreign envoys to pressure Ruto over alleged political violence
21 AugCitizen Digital
MP Millie Odhiambo slams Water CS Mugaa over 'condescending' remarks to Governor Wanga By Kenneth Gachie August 21, 2026 11:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Suba South MP Millie Odhiambo Audio By Vocalize …
MP Millie Odhiambo slams Water CS Mugaa over 'condescending' remarks to Governor Wanga
21 AugThe Standard
… The county is superintended by Gladys Wanga, who has emerged as one of the figureheads in the bread-based government. …
Homa Bay offers vital lesson on mainstreaming 'goons' to national security apparatus
20 AugCitizen Digital
'Get an experienced operator!' Angry Water CS Mugaa advises Governor Wanga over 'dead' water facility By Kenneth Gachie August 20, 2026 05:17 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize A video of Wat …
'Get an experienced operator!' Angry Water CS Mugaa advises Governor Wanga over 'dead' water facility

Politics

Jakakimba switches from UDA to ODM for Suba North seat

The News

Silas Jakakimba, a former aide to Raila Odinga, has announced his departure from the ruling UDA party to join ODM and contest the Suba North parliamentary seat on an ODM ticket in the 2027 General Election. He said the move followed consultations within a broad-based political arrangement and reflected the aspirations of Suba North residents, and is supported by President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Odinga.

7 hours ago · Capital News →

Today

Jakakimba switches from UDA to ODM for Suba North seat
Silas Jakakimba, a former aide to Raila Odinga, has announced his departure from the ruling UDA party to join ODM and contest the Suba North parliamentary seat on an ODM ticket in the 2027 General Election. He said the move followed consultations within a broad-based political arrangement and reflected the aspirations of Suba North residents, and is supported by President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Odinga.
7 hours ago · Capital News →
Sakaja joins ODM, declares second-term bid for Nairobi governor
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, who officially joined the Orange Democratic Movement on Monday, says he is not seeking to displace existing members as he prepares to defend his gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election. Sakaja said he would engage ODM leaders and other aspirants, including Senator Edwin Sifuna and Tim Aladwa, to address the party's Nairobi gubernatorial ticket.
9 hours ago · Capital News →
Governor Sakaja leaves UDA for ODM ahead of 2027 election
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has left the ruling United Democratic Alliance to join the Orange Democratic Movement, seeking to contest for a second term with an ODM ticket in the 2027 General Election. He was welcomed at ODM headquarters by Deputy Party Leader Simba Arati and other party principals.
10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

UDA members criticise ODM demand for written pre-election pact
ODM leaders are demanding a written agreement before agreeing to a coalition to back President Ruto's re-election bid, a push that has caused discomfort among UDA members who believe ODM is setting conditions for supporting the President despite his unconditional backing of its members.
1 November 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 31 October

ODM demands Deputy President seat in power-sharing deal with Ruto
The Orange Democratic Movement has reiterated that its political pact with President William Ruto and the United Democratic Alliance will not proceed without conditions, with the Deputy President's seat emerging as a key demand. Party leaders stressed at a Jacaranda Grounds rally that any agreement must guarantee ODM a share of power.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM demands Deputy President role in 2027 power-sharing deal with Ruto
ODM deputy party leaders Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir have demanded the Deputy President position in any future power-sharing arrangement with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. Arati insists ODM must negotiate from a position of strength and secure formal guarantees on government representation, including the country's second-highest office.
31 October 2026 · Capital News →
ODM leaders split on power-sharing terms with Ruto administration
ODM Deputy Party Leaders Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir are demanding clear power-sharing terms and a written agreement with President Ruto's administration, while party leader Oburu Oginga says negotiations should follow established structures and the broad-based government is already operating through them.
31 October 2026 · Capital News →
ODM defends broad-based arrangement with UDA ahead of 2027
ODM leader Oburu Oginga has defended the party's participation in a broad-based arrangement with the UDA, saying it is pursuing a clear plan and will not enter a coalition without negotiations. The two parties have each nominated five representatives to negotiate and draw up a coalition agreement ahead of ODM's possible support for President William Ruto's re-election in 2027.
31 October 2026 · The Standard →
ODM demands deputy presidency in return for supporting Ruto
The Orange Democratic Movement has outlined conditions for backing President William Ruto's re-election, including respect from the UDA and a possible claim to the Deputy President's post. ODM leaders, speaking at a rally in Nairobi, suggested Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho as a potential deputy, though negotiations are likely to be complicated by competition from Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Mt Kenya region leaders.
31 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 30 October

Gachagua challenges Sifuna to assert influence in Western Kenya
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has challenged Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to demonstrate political influence in Western Kenya by confronting critics, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet and COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli, who have attacked his leadership as he positions for a 2027 presidential bid.
30 October 2026 · Capital News →
Oburu dismisses calls for written UDA deal before 2027 election
ODM leader Oburu Oginga has rejected attempts by outsiders to direct the party's negotiations with President Ruto's UDA, saying ODM has the capacity to determine its own negotiating position and that full implementation of the 10-point agenda remains non-negotiable.
30 October 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 28 October

Waiguru leads running mate poll for Ruto's 2027 bid
A Swisspoll International survey of 6,146 respondents found Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru leads Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in preferences to become President Ruto's 2027 running mate, commanding 43 per cent support against Kindiki's 30 per cent.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 23 October

ODM, Kenya Kwanza campaign for Ruto's 2027 re-election
Government-leaning leaders under a broad-based government arrangement have intensified campaigns to rally support for President William Ruto's re-election bid ahead of the 2027 General Election. ODM, led by party National Chairperson Gladys Wanga, campaigned in Turkana North and Lodwar while a separate Kenya Kwanza team traversed Western Kenya, with ODM leaders vowing the party remains united and committed to working with Ruto.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 22 October

Sifuna defends meeting with Gachagua amid regional criticism
Senator Edwin Sifuna defended his political engagement with Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua, arguing that political cooperation should be guided by national identity rather than regional boundaries. The meeting at Gachagua's Wamunyoro residence had triggered criticism, with Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga dismissing claims it aligns with the late Raila Odinga's political legacy.
22 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 19 October

Sifuna defends Odinga family amid post-anniversary political tensions
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has defended Raila Odinga's family against criticism from former allies, saying some who claimed to be close confidants of the late former Prime Minister have now insulted his wife and children. His remarks come amid divisions within ODM over the party's political direction ahead of 2027.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 17 October

Junet boycotts Raila memorial over Gachagua's inclusion on guest list
Suna East MP Junet Mohamed skipped the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga because former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was invited. Junet said he could not share a platform with Gachagua at an event honouring Raila.
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM to hold Nairobi rally at Jacaranda Grounds on October 31
The Orange Democratic Movement announced a rally at Jacaranda Grounds in Embakasi East on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The venue was previously used for a Linda Mwananchi movement rally in September that drew thousands expressing discontent over economic hardships and government policies.
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 15 October

ODM signals possible historic departure from fielding presidential candidate
The Orange Democratic Movement has navigated internal divisions and deepened rifts since founding leader Raila Odinga's death nearly a year ago, and has now signalled it may not field a presidential candidate for the first time in its 21-year history. The party has disciplined members who defied its position to support President William Ruto's government, including removing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as secretary general.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Swiss Poll electability survey tracks Luo Nyanza governor races
A Swiss Poll International survey of gubernatorial electability across Homa Bay, Siaya, Kisumu and Migori counties ahead of 2027 elections shows Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 67%, Siaya Governor James Orengo at 54%, Kisumu's Prof. Tom Ojienda at 46%, and Migori's Mark Nyamita at 29%. The report does not specify the survey's sample size, fieldwork dates, methodology or margin of error.
15 October 2026 · Capital News →
Crowd disrupts Raila Odinga anniversary over ODM leaders' absence
The first anniversary commemoration of Raila Odinga's death at Migwena Grounds in Bondo was repeatedly interrupted by sections of the crowd demanding answers about the whereabouts of ODM party leader Oburu Oginga and ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga. Ida Odinga relayed Oburu's apologies, explaining he was unwell and doctors advised him to avoid a large gathering.
15 October 2026 · Capital News →
Politicians vie to claim Raila Odinga's political legacy
A year after Raila Odinga's death, multiple politicians—including President Ruto, former President Kenyatta, Wiper's Kalonzo, and ODM figures—are invoking different aspects of his legacy as they position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election. The contest exposes divisions over whether Raila represented a movement capable of cooperating with those in power or an opposition tradition focused on challenging government and demanding accountability.
15 October 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya faces 2027 election without Raila's political anchor
A year after Raila Odinga's death, Kenya prepares for its first general election in nearly 40 years without him as candidate, kingmaker, or political reference point, requiring a recalculation of traditional political formulas.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opinion: Raila Odinga's spirit lives on in Kenya's movement
An opinion piece marking one year since Raila Amolo Odinga's death reflects on his legacy as "the father of the Second Liberation," arguing that his spirit lives on in the people he inspired, the Orange Democratic Movement, and those continuing to demand a better Kenya.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 13 October

Kirinyaga Governor Waiguru declares 2032 presidential bid
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru declared her intention to run for president in 2032 at a G7 women's leadership forum on Tuesday, also calling for women to be included in negotiations for the Deputy President position ahead of the 2027 election.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 12 October

MP Odhiambo denies personal rift with Homa Bay Governor Wanga
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo has dismissed claims of a strained relationship with Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, attributing any tensions to their differing political interests and strong personalities rather than personal animosity.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM chair Wanga pledges party will retain all Busia County seats
ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga has dismissed claims that the party is weakening following Raila Odinga's death, saying ODM will retain all its elective seats in Busia County. Wanga also defended ODM's participation in President William Ruto's broad-based government, arguing it will ensure development reaches all parts of the country.
12 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 11 October

ODM leaders defend party strength, back Ruto presidential bid
ODM leaders including Governor Gladys Wanga, CS Wycliffe Oparanya and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed said the party remains Kenya's strongest and will field candidates in all elective positions except the presidency, which they support President William Ruto for.
11 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM demands Deputy President slot for 2027 Ruto support
The Orange Democratic Movement has made the Deputy President position a condition for backing President William Ruto's re-election bid in 2027, arguing the party's support should translate into a senior position in the next administration. ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga said if Ruto wins a second term, the Deputy President should be from ODM, complicating the race as current Deputy President Kithure Kindiki seeks to retain the job.
11 October 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 10 October

Wanga pledges free, fair ODM nominations for 2027 elections
Homa Bay Governor and ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga has pledged free, fair and transparent party nominations ahead of the 2027 General Election, while stating that ODM cannot afford to remain outside government following the death of long-time leader Raila Odinga in October 2025.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 9 October

ODM demands running mate slot in Ruto's 2027 re-election bid
The Orange Democratic Movement says it will not back down on its push to secure the running mate slot ahead of the 2027 General Election, claiming it has the numbers needed to help President William Ruto secure a second term in office.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →