Also known as: former Kawira Mwangaza · former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza · Ms Mwangaza · former Meru County Governor Kawira Mwangaza
Former Meru Governor and Linda Mwananchi movement member, recently subjected to attacks during campaign activities in 2026.
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… The remaining two were won by Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, who ran as independent candidates.In the Senate, Kenya Kwanza had an advantage, winning 24 of the 47 directly elected seats against Azimio's 23. …
'We know what happened': Uhuru claims Raila won 2022 pollsCapital News
… Among those expected to join is the Umoja na Maendeleo Party, associated with former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza. …
Azimio rebrands as Ukombozi Alliance as opposition seeks to consolidate ahead of 2027Citizen Digital
… He further welcomed Siaya Governor James Orengo and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza among others. …
Azimio la Umoja coalition rebrands to Ukombozi Alliance, to be chaired by UhuruThe Standard
… He told off his detractors, including former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza who have in recent times directed attacks at the DP and President Ruto, saying their development record speaks for itself and earn them re-election …
Kindiki tells off his detractors, vows to champion developmentThe Standard
Linda Mwananchi brigade led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza in Meru County. …
Linda Mwananchi faces disruption threat ahead of Nairobi rallyThe Standard
… In their first visit to the Mount Kenya region, Sifuna, who was accompanied by former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, made several stopover addressing jubilant supporters, who turn out in their numbers. …
Linda Mwananchi Storm MeruThe Standard
… In their first visit to the Mount Kenya region, Sifuna, who was accompanied by former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, made several stopover addressing jubilant supporters, who turn out in their numbers. …
Linda Mwananchi wave sweeps through MeruThe Standard
… Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale, while campaigning for embattled former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza ahead of the 2027 General Election, accused the Government of misplaced priorities and called for a review of the tender. …
Police deny firm won Sh2.8 billion uniform tenderCitizen Digital
… Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza also endorsed Sifuna. …
Teargas disrupts Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru as leaders endorse Sifuna presidencyCapital News
… The Meru rally brought together Babu, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Meru governor Kawira Mwangaza, among other opposition figures. …
Babu reads riot act to ‘double-dealer’ bloggers in Linda MwananchiSenator Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi movement toured Kwale County, with Sifuna calling on opposition leaders to unite behind a single presidential candidate to face President William Ruto in 2027, saying Kenyans were yearning for strong, unified opposition leadership.
31 October 2026 · The Standard →
Senator Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi movement toured Kwale County, with Sifuna calling on opposition leaders to unite behind a single presidential candidate to face President William Ruto in 2027, saying Kenyans were yearning for strong, unified opposition leadership.
31 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi Movement has proposed a new national leadership structure headed by party leader Godfrey Osotsi and four deputies, consolidating its political operations ahead of the 2027 General Election. The structure includes Caroli Omondi as Secretary General, Richard Onyonka as treasurer, and Faith Odhiambo and Patrick Makau among the deputy party leaders.
30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
An October 2026 nationwide poll shows the Linda Mwananchi Movement at 25 per cent support, ahead of President William Ruto's UDA at 23 per cent, with other parties including DCP, Wiper, and ODM trailing at nine, eight, and eight per cent respectively.
24 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi Movement has condemned an attack on former Meru County Governor Kawira Mwangaza during Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20, 2026, at Githongo Market, which involved destruction of vehicles, theft of equipment, and injury to staff members. The party called for prompt investigations and an end to the use of "sponsored goons" to attack opposition leaders and supporters.
21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Linda Mwananchi National Secretariat has condemned attacks on former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, including one during Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20 where her vehicles were damaged and staff injured, and another on October 18 during a charity event where equipment was stolen. The secretariat has called for investigations into both incidents and criticised the Council of Governors for not speaking out against what it alleges are sponsored attacks on opposition leaders.
21 October 2026 · The Standard →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza's weekly 'Okolea' charity event in Igembe Central was violently disrupted by goons, with items for donation and church equipment stolen. Mwangaza accused police of failing to provide security and said she has the right to hold political activities in all parts of Meru.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that calls for President Ruto to leave office should extend to legislators and governors who have failed to perform and contributed to national decay through misuse of funds and corruption. The author contends that voters should judge Ruto's full scorecard in 2027 and hold all underperforming leaders accountable, citing examples of MPs, Woman Reps, and senators who misuse public resources.
5 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi movement unanimously selected Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as its leader and presidential candidate during a September 26 principals' retreat, according to Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale. The retreat resolved leadership questions that had arisen as different politicians with separate political parties and ambitions joined the movement.
28 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi Movement leadership resolved after a retreat to make Edwin Sifuna their leader and presidential candidate, with plans to unveil the party ticket in early October and build a coalition with like-minded parties. The movement also resolved to back Embakasi East MP Babu Owino for the Nairobi Gubernatorial Ticket.
27 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition has formally changed its name to the Ukombozi Alliance as part of a broader restructuring and consolidation of opposition parties ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced the rebrand on Monday, saying the decision was unanimous among coalition leadership and that the new outfit would operate under "One Term, One Team, One Coalition."
21 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Azimio la Umoja coalition has rebranded to the Ukombozi Alliance after unanimous agreement by parties within the faction, with former President Uhuru Kenyatta to chair the new alliance.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki accused opposition leaders in Meru of belittling him to distract from development work, while inspecting hospital upgrades in the region. He said he and President Ruto would focus on implementing projects for the people and that their development record would earn them re-election in August 2027.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi political outfit has received threats of violence at their rallies scheduled for Nairobi this weekend. The brigade includes Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, leading the Linda Mwananchi brigade, visited Mount Kenya region and made claims about an alleged government scheme to rig the August 10 General elections.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders of the Linda Mwananchi brigade, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and accompanied by former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, made their first visit to Mount Kenya region, where they made claims about a government scheme to rig the August 10 General elections.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Police Service has dismissed media reports linking Nalitex Limited to a police uniform procurement, stating instead that Bedi Investments Limited was lawfully awarded the contract following a proper procurement process. The uniform change was part of broader police reforms recommended by the Maraga Task Force.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru was disrupted when a teargas canister was lobbed into the crowd, prompting supporters to scatter; the leaders at the meeting endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency, amid tensions over rival candidacy claims within the movement.
30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Gubernatorial Hopeful Babu Owino has issued a stern warning to bloggers and political operatives accused of playing both sides of the political divide, telling them they cannot simultaneously champion the Linda Mwananchi opposition movement and support President William Ruto's administration. Speaking during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru on Sunday, Babu said the movement would not tolerate individuals he described as "traitors" who had infiltrated its ranks.
30 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Linda Mwananchi opposition movement held its first Meru County rally on Sunday, with Senator Edwin Sifuna and other opposition leaders criticizing President William Ruto over a disputed police uniform tender and positioning the movement ahead of the 2027 General Election.
30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna challenged President William Ruto to focus on fulfilling Kenya Kwanza's 2022 campaign promises within the five-year mandate instead of pursuing a long-term Vision 2060 blueprint, saying Kenyans face immediate economic hardships the government has failed to address.
30 August 2026 · Capital News →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the 2027 presidency, recalling her 2024 impeachment by the Meru County Assembly and crediting Sifuna and other leaders for opposing her removal.
30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has appealed to police for protection after youths in Igembe South warned against her accompanying Senator Edwin Sifuna to rallies scheduled for August 30, citing a previous incident in Maua when her rally was attacked. Mwangaza vowed to attend Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi activities regardless, describing the intimidation as "goonism."
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino dismissed reports of a political fallout with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, reaffirming support for his Linda Mwananchi co-principal and urging opposition unity ahead of the 2027 General Election. He characterized the rift reports as attempts to divide the opposition and weaken efforts to challenge President William Ruto.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
The Attorney General has rejected the need for a new Supreme Court advisory opinion regarding whether Gachagua and Mwangaza are eligible to compete in next year's elections.
15 August 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya declared at a Linda Mwananchi rally in Western Kenya that the region will end political fragmentation and speak with one voice to seek leadership representation ahead of the 2027 General Election, moving beyond what he described as years of "begging" for government inclusion.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma dismissed Land CEC Joy Karwitha without stating a reason, following the earlier resignation of Legal Affairs CEC Marias Maranya. Governor Mutuma has nominated Dorothy Wanja Ruitah to replace Karwitha.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →