Jubilee — Kenyan opposition political party competing in 2027 general election with Fred Matiang'i as presidential candidate.
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The Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletter“I seek no elective seat, but I am a Jubilee member. I have a right to campaign for my party," said Kenyatta. …
'Behave like a statesman': Cheruiyot slams Uhuru over political involvementCapital News
… Speaking via phone during the Maa Delegates Conference and a homecoming celebration for Jubilee Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta in Narok County on May 1, 2026, Kenyatta dismissed criticism over his political engagement. …
Uhuru Defends Political Role, Vows to Protect JubileeCitizen Digital
… Speaking at Kanjai in Ndia Constituency, Ngirici said she is open to joining the DCP, PLP, Jubilee, or DP parties. …
Ngirici joins 'one term' movement, declares Kirinyaga governorship bidThe Standard
… Matiangi, a former super minister in Uhuru’s government, was a World Bank operative, leads the Jubilee party, and has Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka’s support in flexing political muscles. …
The three way presidential competitionCitizen Digital
… Elsewhere, People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua and Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i, who attended separate church services in Kirinyaga and Murang’a counties respectively, renewed criticism of President William Ruto’s administration over alleged corrupti …
United Opposition confident court will overturn Gachagua impeachment as hearing beginsCitizen Digital
… In Nyamaiya, Nyamira County, Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i condemned rising political violence, urging police to take action. …
Opposition eyes Mombasa in 2027 power push, seeks to end ODM monopolyCapital News
NYAMIRA, Kenya Apr 25 – Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiang’i has called for calm and restraint in the country’s political space, urging leaders and citizens to prioritise peace and national stability. …
Matiang’i to Leaders: Stop Interfering With Police, Promote Peace Ahead of ElectionsCitizen Digital
… The Jubilee Deputy Party Leader criticised what he suggested is selective enforcement of the law, where individuals allegedly linked to powerful figures operate above the law. …
‘There will be no goon nonsense in Kenya if I’m elected president’: Matiang’I declaresKenya's United Alternative Government coalition, led by Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka, unveiled a "People's Budget" alternative plan and accused the Ruto administration of economic mismanagement, citing a projected budget deficit of more than Sh1 trillion and policies deepening the country's debt crisis.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's United Alternative Government coalition, led by Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka, unveiled a "People's Budget" alternative plan and accused the Ruto administration of economic mismanagement, citing a projected budget deficit of more than Sh1 trillion and policies deepening the country's debt crisis.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
The opposition coalition, operating under the United Alternative Government banner, has unveiled an alternative "People's Budget" that prioritises education, healthcare, job creation and lowering the cost of living while reducing the fiscal deficit. The opposition attacked President Ruto's proposed 4.8 trillion shilling budget as the largest spending plan in Kenya's history, built on unsustainable borrowing and misplaced priorities.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Imenti Development Forum has joined conservationists and local leaders in opposing President Ruto's plan to build a State Lodge in part of Imenti Forest. The forum has called for the resignation of Governor Isaac Mutuma, Senate deputy speaker Kathuri Murungi, and North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood, accusing them of surrendering 100 acres of the gazetted Imenti Forest Reserve for the project, which it says threatens wildlife conservation.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
Opposition legislators from UDA, Wiper and Jubilee parties have defended retired President Uhuru Kenyatta against attacks from the UDA party, accusing President William Ruto of running out of options to improve Kenyans' lives and revive the economy instead of engaging in political exchanges with his predecessor.
3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Leaders in Kajiado, led by Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni, have called on politicians to stop dragging former President Uhuru Kenyatta into petty politics and to respect retired heads of state. The leaders said recent political remarks directed at Uhuru are unfortunate and risk lowering the standards of political discourse, and urged politicians to instead focus on addressing pressing challenges like the high cost of living and unemployment.
23 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta's intention to install Fred Matiang'i as deputy leader of the Jubilee party has stalled after mediation talks aimed at resolving the leadership stalemate hit a snag. Uhuru faces pressure from multiple directions, including personal attacks and threats to strip him of perks.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that former President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits should not be withdrawn based on his political activities, citing constitutional principles of equality before the law and protection regardless of current political status.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court declined to hold political parties accountable for illegally registering persons as members, ruling that petitioners had not attached an electronic evidence certificate to authenticate the data. Four petitioners had sued UDA, Jubilee and Farmers parties after finding themselves affiliated with the parties in June 2021 without having registered or given consent.
7 May 2026 · The Standard →
Jubilee party has condemned statements from UDA-allied politicians threatening to withdraw former President Uhuru Kenyatta's retirement benefits in response to his criticism of President Ruto, saying such benefits are legal entitlements grounded in law, not political favours.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Jubilee party and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party are competing for support in the Maa-speaking counties of Kajiado, Narok, and Samburu, which voted for the Orange Democratic Movement in 2022. Both parties have appointed key regional officials in their bid to build influence in these areas.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has criticized former President Uhuru Kenyatta for his continued involvement in public political debates, saying retired heads of state should behave in a manner that commands respect and refrain from political commentary. Cheruiyot cited the examples of former Presidents Moi and Kibaki, who he said respected the office after retirement.
2 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta defended his continued political involvement in Jubilee, saying he has a constitutional right to support his party despite no longer holding public office. Speaking at a Jubilee event in Narok County, he drew comparisons to international leaders like Obama and accused the current administration of interfering with opposition parties.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Purity Wangui Ngirici has joined the "One Term" movement and declared she will vie for governor in 2027 on an opposition ticket, saying she is open to joining DCP, PLP, Jubilee, or DP parties. She finished second in the 2022 gubernatorial race with 105,677 votes, trailing Governor Anne Waiguru's 113,088 votes.
29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya approaches the August 2027 General Election, three political groupings led by William Ruto, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Edwin Sifuna are engaged in stiff competition that could lead to a re-run if no candidate achieves the required 50+1 majority vote.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
United Opposition leaders expressed confidence that the High Court will declare Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment unconstitutional as hearings began on Monday, saying the grounds for his removal by the National Assembly and Senate were politically driven and did not meet constitutional and procedural thresholds.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opposition leaders are campaigning in Mombasa to break what they claim is ODM's political monopoly in the coastal region, endorsing Nyali MP Mohamed Ali as their unified gubernatorial candidate on a Wiper ticket. The opposition accuses the government of sidelining the Coast and failing to revive the local economy.
25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiang'i called for political leaders to cease interference with security agencies, urging them to allow the Inspector General and DCI to operate independently. He warned against inflammatory rhetoric and confrontational mobilisation, emphasising that Kenya's progress depends on stability and peace as the country approaches the 2027 general election.
25 April 2026 · Capital News →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, a 2027 presidential hopeful, has pledged to eliminate politically-linked violence and goonism, criticizing selective law enforcement that allows individuals connected to powerful figures to operate with impunity. Speaking in Nyamira, he framed his candidacy as a mission to restore order, uphold the rule of law, and rebuild institutions.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →