Also known as: ODM · ODM party · ODM Youth Convention 2026 · Party · ODM leader · ODM Party Leader · ODM leaders · ODM Linda Mwananchi faction
Orange Democratic Movement — Kenyan political party in broad-based coalition with President Ruto's government, facing internal divisions and declining support ahead of 2027 elections.
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The Standard
… The rise tracks directly with Sifuna's leadership of the 'Linda Mwananchi' faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), which has positioned him as the most vocal opponent of the Broad-Based Government (BBG) arrangement between ODM and President William Ruto's United Demo …
TIFA survey: Sifuna goes from zero to Luhya kingpin in 12 monthsThe Standard
… Politicians linked to Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), which is currently engaged in coalition talks with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), alongside some Ruto allies from the Western region, have in recent months intensified calls for the running mate slot.However, t …
DP Kindiki most preferred Ruto running mate for 2027The Standard
Following his ouster as the Deputy President in October 2024, Rigathi Gachagua has adopted strategies seen to have been employed by former ODM leader Raila Odinga such as solidifying his regional support and consistently shaping the national discourse. …
Impeached but vocal: Gachagua's bold persona after forced outThe Standard
ODM has officially kicked off its preparations for the 2027 General Election by inviting interested members to apply for nomination to run for election under the party ticket, a move that has intensified speculation over an ongoing supremacy battle within the party. …
Sifuna faction rejects ODM's call for 2027 candidates applicationsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 13 – The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced the dates for its County Delegates elections in Taita Taveta and Kisumu counties as the party continues preparations for its grassroots electoral process. …
ODM Announces Dates for County Delegates Elections in Kisumu and Taita TavetaThe Standard
The ODM leadership has moved to contain growing internal divisions in Kakamega County amid fears of a falling out and pressure from the UDA party. …
Oburu moves to calm branch tensions amid UDA, Linda Mwananchi pressureCitizen Digital
… Photo/ODM Audio By Vocalize By Kimberly Buop, The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has invited applications from candidates interested in various positions in the 2027 general elections. …
ODM invites applications for presidential aspirants, other posts in 2027 pollsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya May 12 – Orange Democratic Movement has officially opened its Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the 2027 General Elections, inviting party members across the country to apply for nomination to various elective positions. …
ODM Opens 2027 Election Nomination Applications, Invites Aspirants NationwideThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has invited applications for six elective positions ahead of the 2027 General Election, including the presidency. …
ODM invites applications for presidency, five other elective seatsThe Standard
As the 2027 General Election beckons, President William Ruto is navigating a high-stakes strategy designed to consolidate power by systematically weakening the opposition, with the Orange Democratic Movement party bearing the brunt. …
Ruto's plot to weaken the oppositionThe Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah and Minority Leader dismissed the opposition's budget presentation, accusing them of misrepresenting the budgeting process and not understanding current constitutional procedures. Ichung'wah argued that under the current Constitution, the Cabinet Secretary does not read budgets to Parliament, contrary to the opposition's claims.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah and Minority Leader dismissed the opposition's budget presentation, accusing them of misrepresenting the budgeting process and not understanding current constitutional procedures. Ichung'wah argued that under the current Constitution, the Cabinet Secretary does not read budgets to Parliament, contrary to the opposition's claims.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has insisted that any coalition agreement between ODM and the ruling UDA ahead of the next General Election must be based on a 50-50 power-sharing formula, with all seats including the presidency up for negotiation.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DJ Pinto Cahill has publicly called out the ODM party's Linda Ground faction for failing to pay him for multiple engagements including rallies in Kisumu, Migori, and Narok, claiming he received only minimal transport support (Ksh.7,000 in some cases) or nothing at all.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo has said that the Coast region will remain within government following ODM's broad-based arrangement with President William Ruto's administration, with ODM elected leaders across the region joining hands with UDA counterparts to support the presidency and secure development projects for residents.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has asked the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal to declare the ODM resolution removing him as Secretary General unlawful, arguing that the National Executive Committee resolution of February 11, 2026, was passed without giving him a chance to defend himself.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
Senator Edwin Sifuna has asked the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal to declare his removal as ODM Secretary General unlawful, arguing the NEC resolution of February 11, 2026 was passed without giving him a chance to defend himself and violated party constitution and principles of fair administrative action.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has reserved its judgment until June 18, 2026, in a case filed by ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna challenging a disciplinary process initiated against him by the party. Sifuna's counsel argued the ODM National Executive Committee violated the party's constitution and Fair Administrative Action Act by resolving to remove him without a hearing, while ODM lawyers argued the complaint is premature because the party's internal disciplinary mechanisms have not been exhausted.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM Acting Secretary General Catherine Omanyo has called for increased investment in day schools and the elimination of the boarding element in schools, arguing that parents should be able to balance work and family. She made the remarks in response to rising arson attacks targeting boarding schools, including a May 28 fire at Utumishi Girls Academy Senior School in Nakuru County that killed 16 students and injured 79 others.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dennis Onyango, a close aide to the late Raila Odinga, has revealed in a Citizen TV interview that Odinga wished to be buried within 72 hours of his death, a request that was honoured. Onyango recounted that Odinga remained focused on movement, ideas and political vision until his final days.
7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Some Coast ODM leaders are charting their own political path away from the party amid President William Ruto's influence, after leaders who depended on Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho and late Prime Minister Raila Odinga for political survival have been affected.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
The ODM party, once known for drawing organic crowds without spending money, is now reportedly spending millions to mobilise supporters for its rallies and project strength and loyalty. The party faces a daunting task of rebuilding trust among supporters after internal fault lines and rivalries emerged.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
A TIFA poll conducted last month found support for the broad-based government between President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza administration and the Orange Democratic Movement has fallen sharply by 14 percentage points to 30 per cent, while opposition has surged to 56 per cent.
5 June 2026 · Capital News →
Former Siaya Governor Cornel Rasanga has announced his candidacy for the Siaya Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, challenging incumbent Senator Oburu Oginga to contest and alleging an earlier agreement that Oginga would serve one term before stepping aside.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The ODM party staged an intervention to rejuvenate its grassroots support, with leaders making passionate pleas for unity. ODM party leader Oburu Oginga said he is ready to quit if supporters think he is divisive.
1 June 2026 · The Standard →
The ODM Linda Mwananchi faction, comprising ODM members opposed to the Broad-Based Government, is expanding its consultative rallies to Thika on June 14 to build influence ahead of the 2027 General Election. Secretary-General Caroli Omondi projected the formation could consolidate up to 16 million votes in the next election, marking the faction's first major push into Central Kenya, a region where ODM has historically struggled.
31 May 2026 · Capital News →
ODM leaders including Godfrey Osotsi, Edwin Sifuna, and Babu Owino have criticized the Kenya Kwanza administration for public spending they describe as wasteful, citing State House expenditure of KSh18 billion annually, and are urging MPs across the political divide to vote against the proposed 2026 Finance Bill.
31 May 2026 · Capital News →
Rival factions of the Orange Democratic Movement are holding parallel political rallies: the Linda Mwananchi faction in Machakos County with activities including a church service and a 1:00 pm rally in Machakos Town, and the Linda Ground faction led by Senator Oburu Oginga holding a rally branded 'Wabiro Kisumu' at Keremba Grounds in Kisumu County, expected to draw ODM supporters and leaders from western Kenya counties.
31 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is described as staggering towards a make-or-break period as perceived political missteps by the party's leadership threaten the historic party's future.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
Opposition leaders have accused the government of neglecting education infrastructure and failing to protect learners, citing the Utumishi Girls Academy fire tragedy in Gilgil as an example of systemic failure marked by overcrowding and poor emergency preparedness.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Linda Mwananchi faction of ODM party sent the clearest signal of a possible strategic alliance with the United Opposition team ahead of next year's General Election during a rally in Machakos town on Sunday.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna attacked the Kenya Kwanza government at a burial in Bungoma, linking past demolitions and the Utumishi Girls School dormitory fire—which left 16 students dead—to leadership failures. Sifuna plans to introduce a Senate motion to investigate overcrowding and deteriorating infrastructure in public boarding secondary schools.
30 May 2026 · Capital News →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has warned Western Kenya politicians against associating with retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, claiming Uhuru failed to fully support Azimio flagbearer Raila Odinga in the 2022 presidential race. Atwoli alleged that Uhuru promised but never delivered Ksh.400 million for polling agents, resulting in Odinga's campaign lacking agents at polling stations.
30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DAP-Kenya Party leader Eugene Wamalwa and Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula clashed over whether Western Kenya should support President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid or the opposition coalition. Savula, now in the UDA, argued the Luhya community should back Ruto's second-term bid, citing development projects from the Kenya Kwanza administration.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →
Speaker Moses Wetang'ula praised ODM leaders for supporting the broad-based government, saying cooperation has strengthened national unity and inclusive governance. At a funeral in Busia County, Western Kenya leaders including Wetang'ula urged the Luhya community to unite and consolidate political strength, noting the region should support President Ruto's re-election bid in 2027 in exchange for negotiating the Deputy President position and positioning for the presidency in 2032.
29 May 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna said he will revive a motion for a Senate investigation into overcrowding and deteriorating infrastructure in public boarding secondary schools, following a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls that killed 16 students. Sifuna attributed the crisis to the government's 100 per cent transition policy, which increased student enrollment without corresponding infrastructure expansion.
29 May 2026 · Capital News →
An opinion piece argues that public interventions by Ruth Odinga, Winnie Odinga, and Ida Odinga carry symbolic weight in Luo culture, signaling that the Odinga family feels cornered and believes something sacred is under strain, and suggests John Mbadi should heed their message about Raila's legacy in Nyanza.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Orange Democratic Movement is at a crossroads, with two factions emerging following the departure of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who had led the party with a firm grip for 20 years, raising concerns over the party's survival.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →
ODM party leaders have intensified calls for unity ahead of a mega rally scheduled for Sunday at Kirembe Grounds in Kisumu, which the party says will mark the beginning of grassroots re-engagement ahead of the 2027 General Election. National Chairperson Gladys Wanga said the rally aims to strengthen party unity, reach out to supporters and like-minded leaders, and update residents on progress under the broad-based government arrangement, with discussions on devolution, infrastructure, agriculture, and compensation for post-election violence victims.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →
Jubilee Party has filed an urgent petition in the High Court, alleging the government has failed to allocate and disburse money to the Political Parties Fund as required by law, naming the National Assembly, Treasury Cabinet Secretary, Registrar of Political Parties, and Attorney General as respondents for violating the Political Parties Act by allegedly failing to allocate not less than 0.3 per cent of national government revenue to the fund.
28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga warned aspirants at a Kisumu meeting that the party will not tolerate bribery during nominations and will insist on free and fair processes, telling candidates they should serve their people rather than pursue elective office as a path to wealth.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →