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The Equitable Party

Also known as: TEP

The Equitable Party — political party registered in 2022 that fielded Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as presidential candidate for the 2027 election.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    I will not let you down - Sifuna vows as he is crowned The Equitable Party leader By Moses Kinyanjui October 04, 2026 06:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter The Equitable Party (TEP) leader Edwin Sifuna duri …

    I will not let you down - Sifuna vows as he is crowned The Equitable Party leader
  3. Citizen Digital

    Edwin Sifuna unveils his new party, The Equitable Party By Edward Chweya October 04, 2026 04:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has unveiled his political part …

    Edwin Sifuna unveils his new party, The Equitable Party
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 4 -Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been unveiled as the interim leader and presidential candidate of The Equitable Party ahead of the 2027 elections. …

    Sifuna unveiled as The Equitable Party 2027 Presidential Candidate
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has unveiled Equitable Party as his political vehicle for the 2027 General Election. …

    Sifuna unveils Equitable Party as leaders promise to unite Kenyans
  6. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has vowed that hurdles will not stop The Equitable Party (TEP) from contesting the 2027 General Election. …

    Sifuna: Even if they close a door, we have options
  7. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna addresses supporters during the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement in Nairobi on Sunday, October 4, 2026. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna plans to rename The Equitable Party (TEP) the Linda Mwananchi Moveme …

    Sifuna moves to turn Equitable Party into Linda Mwananchi

Today

  1. Kalonzo presidential ticket could advantage Ruto's 2027 re-election bid

    An opinion piece argues that if the Opposition nominates Kalonzo Musyoka for president in 2027, despite his polling lead and backing from opposition figures like Martha Karua and Eugene Wamalwa, it risks handing President Ruto his clearest path to a second term, citing Kalonzo's limited national electoral reach and history of unsuccessful vice-presidential campaigns.

    8 hours ago · The Standard →

  2. Sifuna rises as opposition force after launching Equity Party

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is described as the best thing to happen to Kenya's opposition during the William Ruto regime, but faces challenges now after launching himself in the Equity Party.

    8 hours ago · The Standard →

  3. Sifuna's Equitable Party emerges from party registration dispute

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna launched The Equitable Party (TEP) on Sunday, following a political and legal battle that has brought scrutiny to the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties.

    8 hours ago · The Standard →

Yesterday

  1. Gachagua backs Sifuna's new Equitable Party ahead 2027 election

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's newly launched political party, The Equitable Party (TEP), urging him to rapidly build the party and recruit candidates to challenge President Ruto's allies in the 2027 General Election.

    5 October 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Linda Mwananchi secures political party for 2027 presidential bid

    Linda Mwananchi has taken over leadership of The Equitable Party, a party registered in 2022, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna unveiled as its leader and presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, ending months of uncertainty over the movement's political vehicle.

    5 October 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Sifuna moves to presidential run after ODM removal

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna became a presidential candidate on the Equitable Party ticket after being removed as ODM Party Secretary General and Senate Deputy Minority Whip, reportedly over his opposition to President William Ruto's re-election bid.

    5 October 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Edwin Sifuna to lead Equitable Party presidential bid in 2027

    Linda Mwananchi movement has taken over leadership of The Equitable Party, a party registered in 2022, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna unveiled as its leader and presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, ending months of uncertainty over the political vehicle for the movement.

    5 October 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Political analyst: boardroom politics losing grip to voter power

    Political analyst Mary Kathomi said boardroom political arrangements are becoming irrelevant as Kenya enters a new political era where power shifts back to the people. She urged politicians to listen to voters' needs and warned that those who ignore the electorate will face punishment.

    5 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 4 October

  1. Sifuna: Equitable Party will run 2027 if rebranding blocked

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna said his political movement intends to rebrand the Equitable Party as the Linda Mwananchi Movement, but will contest the 2027 election under its current name if rebranding efforts face further obstacles. Sifuna accused the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties of facilitating political fraud.

    4 October 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Sifuna pledges tax cuts under Equitable Party 2027 manifesto

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, interim leader of The Equitable Party, says the party would cut taxes by eliminating what he describes as budgeted corruption worth between 500 billion and 1.8 trillion shillings, and would scrap the housing levy and VAT on fuel and electricity.

    4 October 2026 · Capital News →

  3. Sifuna crowned Equitable Party leader, eyes 2027 presidency

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been appointed leader of The Equitable Party and vowed to contest in the 2027 presidential election, pledging to lead with integrity and prioritize people-centered change.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Edwin Sifuna launches The Equitable Party, eyes 2027 presidency

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has unveiled his political party, The Equitable Party (TEP), and been declared its presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 election. The party, bearing green and yellow colours with scales of justice and the slogan Tusawazishe, was unveiled in Nairobi on Sunday with endorsements from several leaders including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale, and others.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Nairobi Senator Sifuna unveiled as Equitable Party presidential candidate

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been unveiled as the interim leader and presidential candidate of The Equitable Party ahead of the 2027 elections. The party, registered in March 2022, was formed to promote inclusive government and equitable distribution of national resources.

    4 October 2026 · Capital News →

  6. Sifuna launches Equitable Party for 2027 election

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has unveiled the Equitable Party as his political vehicle for the 2027 General Election. The party aims to offer Kenyans an alternative direction and address challenges including corruption, tribalism, and lack of equity.

    4 October 2026 · The Standard →

  7. Sifuna vows Equitable Party will contest 2027 election despite obstacles

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, declared leader and presidential candidate of The Equitable Party (TEP) at its launch on October 4, said the party will contest the 2027 General Election despite hurdles from authorities. Sifuna accused the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties of frustrating party formation efforts and said TEP has alternative strategies if further obstacles arise.

    4 October 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Sifuna plans to rebrand Equitable Party as Linda Mwananchi

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna announced plans to rebrand The Equitable Party (TEP) to the Linda Mwananchi Movement after the Registrar of Political Parties approved the reservation of the Linda Mwananchi name following a tribunal ruling that overturned an earlier refusal.

    4 October 2026 · The Standard →

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