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Irungu Kang'ata

Also known as: Kangata · Governor Irungu Kang'ata · Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata

Irungu Kang'ata — Murang'a Governor who exited the UDA Party and joined the Linda Mwananchi opposition movement ahead of the 2027 election.

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In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

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    Linda Mwananchi leaders dismiss claims of splitting opposition vote
  3. Citizen Digital

    Only Linda Mwananchi movement can liberate Kenya in 2027 - Kang'ata By Hyline Ocharo July 03, 2026 10:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata speaks during an interview on Citiz

    Only Linda Mwananchi movement can liberate Kenya in 2027 - Kang'ata
  4. June 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    Why I joined Linda Mwananchi: Governor Irungu Kang'ata speaks By Brian Kimani June 17, 2026 10:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata speaks during an interview on Citizen TV's

    Why I joined Linda Mwananchi: Governor Irungu Kang'ata speaks
  6. Citizen Digital

    Kang'ata crosses the floor in Thika, joins Linda Mwananchi in bashing President Ruto By Tonny Ndungu June 14, 2026 04:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata o

    Kang'ata crosses the floor in Thika, joins Linda Mwananchi in bashing President Ruto
  7. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeMuranga Governor Irungu Kang'ata has joined the Linda Mwananchi team which he said was working towards bringing change in the Country's leadership.

    Kang'ata attends Linda Mwananchi rally in Thika, criticises Ruto policies
  8. May 2026
  9. The Standard

    Kang'ata detailed the police intimidation and malicious damage of properties belonging to the opponents, among other ills employed to score political points.

    Kang'ata says he will not be intimidated
  10. The Standard

    e perimeter fence; it also needs to bar the wildlife straying from the Aberdare Forest into the school,” he said, adding that the institution occupies 65 acres of land.Leaders who accompanied the President were Land and Housing Cabinet Secretary, Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang'ata

    Ruto promises to construct 30 classrooms to decongest Njiiri Secondary
  11. Citizen Digital

    Irungu Kang’ata - It will not end well for UDA in Murang’a By Moses Kinyanjui May 03, 2026 11:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata addresses the residents in Nginda and Ichag

    Irungu Kang’ata - It will not end well for UDA in Murang’a
  12. Citizen Digital

    Governor Kang’ata – I will not seek re-election on a UDA ticket By Citizen Reporter May 03, 2026 06:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata welcoming President William Ruto to N

    Governor Kang’ata – I will not seek re-election on a UDA ticket
  13. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeMurang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has declared he will not defend his seat on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket in 2027, warning that the party is repeating the persecution tactics that once swept it to power.

    Irungu Kang'ata ditches UDA
Politics

Linda Mwananchi leaders deny opposition vote-splitting ahead 2027 election

The News

Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi movement, including Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition figures, dismissed claims they are splitting the opposition vote, saying they are committed to a united challenge against President William Ruto's re-election. During a tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties, they also criticised the government over abductions, arbitrary arrests, and killings of young people.

Why it matters

Linda Mwananchi leaders deny vote-splitting claims and criticize government over abductions and killings—fresh opposition movement messaging on unity and state accountability.

13 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Linda Mwananchi leaders deny opposition vote-splitting ahead 2027 election

    Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi movement, including Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition figures, dismissed claims they are splitting the opposition vote, saying they are committed to a united challenge against President William Ruto's re-election. During a tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties, they also criticised the government over abductions, arbitrary arrests, and killings of young people.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Kang'ata backs Linda Mwananchi as only movement to unite Kenya

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata says the Linda Mwananchi movement, led by Senators Edwin Sifuna and James Orengo and MP Babu Owino, is the only political faction capable of liberating Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election and uniting the country through institutions that serve all Kenyans.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Murang'a Governor Kang'ata joins Linda Mwananchi movement

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has announced his decision to join the Linda Mwananchi movement, describing it as a platform that unites Kenyans from diverse political backgrounds and aligns with ordinary citizens' wishes rather than personal interests.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 14 June

  1. Kang'ata joins Linda Mwananchi rally attacking President Ruto

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi opposition brigade at a rally in Thika, Kiambu County, where leaders attacked President William Ruto's administration and declared his days in office numbered. The rally was briefly interrupted by rowdy youths but continued despite the disruption.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kang'ata joins Linda Mwananchi, criticises Kenya Kwanza policies

    Muranga Governor Irungu Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi movement at a rally in Thika, criticising the government's affordable housing programme and calling for funds to be redirected to free education. The movement said it will work with the United Opposition to contest the 2027 general election.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Murang'a Governor Kang'ata defends departure from UDA Party

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata vowed to continue speaking the truth and said he is unafraid of intimidation following his recent exit from the UDA Party, citing police intimidation and malicious damage of properties used against political opponents.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 4 May

  1. Ruto pledges 30 classrooms and laboratories for Njiiri Secondary

    President William Ruto has pledged to personally pay for the construction of 30 new classrooms and six laboratories at Njiiri School in Murang'a County to decongest the institution, which currently has 2,100 students. He also directed the Lands Cabinet Secretary to facilitate construction of a 1,000-student dormitory at a cost of Sh100 million and promised the Ministry of Education will allocate Sh70 million for an administration block.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 3 May

  1. Murang'a Governor predicts poor 2027 election prospects for UDA

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has said that President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance party faces a "catastrophic defeat" in the region in the 2027 General Election, citing political shifts and loss of support despite previous efforts to align political strategies with the President.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Murang'a Governor Kang'ata rejects UDA ticket for 2027

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced he will not seek re-election on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket in 2027, citing instances of confrontation and tension that conflict with his principles, though he has long partnered with UDA leader President William Ruto.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Murang'a Governor Kang'ata quits UDA, cites party persecution

    Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced he will not defend his seat on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket in 2027, warning that the party is repeating persecution tactics that enabled its 2022 victory. Kang'ata said UDA's current conduct mirrors Jubilee government tactics that previously garnered sympathy for the opposition, and noted the party has drawn no lessons from its own history.

    3 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 24 April

  1. Ruto defends development record during Murang'a county tour

    President William Ruto said opposition name-calling and propaganda will not undermine his relationship with Central Kenya residents, citing a 20-year bond built on project delivery. During a development tour of Murang'a County, he announced government investments including Ksh.27 billion for 6,800 affordable housing units, Ksh.1.1 billion for electricity connections to 14,000 households, and improvements to coffee farming through reduced fertilizer prices and broker elimination.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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