… healthy By Seth Olale August 08, 2026 08:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is now urging supporters of the United Opposition …
… PHOTO | PCS Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto has defended next week's planned National Dialogue on a roadmap towards the realisation of a first-world economy, accusing the United Opposition of opposing the initiative for political reasons. …
The unity within the United Opposition appears to have hit a snag after cracks emerge as a section of the leaders now pull from different directions over what they felt was disrespect from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. …
The unity within the United Opposition appears to have hit a snag after cracks emerge as a section of the leaders now pull from different directions over what they felt was disrespect from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. …
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 2 – The Luhya Council of Elders has endorsed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the presidency under the United Opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
… Just like in 2002 when I declared I was unshakable during the transition from the Kanu era, my word will stand because I have been tested over time,” Kalonzo declared.Kalonzo sought to assure Kenyans and his colleagues in the United Opposition that allegations that he was in talk …
… Speaking during the Kajiado Youth Declaration Forum in Olpolosie, Imaroro Ward, Kajiado County, Kalonzo dismissed speculation that he was planning to abandon the United Opposition and enter into a political pact with President Ruto ahead of the polls.He maintained that the opposi …
… Asige's removal comes amid a wider shake-up within the Senate that has seen several ODM legislators perceived to be aligned with the United Opposition and the Linda Mwananchi movement stripped of influential committee positions. …
… Across the aisle, the emerging United Opposition appears to be betting on another formula: that bringing together seasoned political heavyweights under one banner will naturally create momentum. …
An artificial intelligence-driven influence operation allegedly used Anthropic's Claude AI model to mass-produce social media posts targeting former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua while promoting Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, according to a threat intelligence report by Anthropic. The operation generated batches of tweets designed to portray the United Opposition as fractured and on the verge of collapse ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election.
An artificial intelligence-driven influence operation allegedly used Anthropic's Claude AI model to mass-produce social media posts targeting former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua while promoting Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, according to a threat intelligence report by Anthropic. The operation generated batches of tweets designed to portray the United Opposition as fractured and on the verge of collapse ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election.
The United Opposition has intensified behind-the-scenes consultations seeking a formula to unseat President William Ruto, with opposition leaders including Edwin Sifuna and Kalonzo Musyoka holding meetings to coordinate strategy.
Kiharu MP and PPK leader Ndindi Nyoro called on opposition leaders to set aside personal interests and unite to remove President William Ruto in the 2027 general election, promising free education, improved healthcare, and economic strengthening if elected.
Former UNCTAD Secretary-General Dr Mukhisa Kituyi left the opposition coalition and joined the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi movement, citing disagreements over the coalition's organization and its failure to develop a shared political agenda. Kituyi, who had been designated spokesperson and head of the United Opposition secretariat, said his efforts to establish a joint secretariat collapsed after constituent parties chose to continue operating from their individual party headquarters.
Mukhisa Kituyi, a former Trade Minister and UNCTAD Secretary-General, has joined Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi political outfit as part of opposition realignment efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kituyi, who was recently appointed spokesperson for the United Opposition, brings experience in national and international affairs to the movement.
United Opposition principals, led by Rigathi Gachagua and Justin Muturi, are calling for selflessness among themselves when deciding on a flagbearer to face President William Ruto in the 2027 general election. Gachagua has expressed willingness to shelve his presidential ambitions if another candidate would be a sure bet to defeat Ruto.
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua said opposition discussions on a presidential candidate could begin after Christmas, with selection possible by April 2027, but emphasized that current focus should be on political mobilization against the government.
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale of engaging in divisive politics targeting Kikuyu and Somali communities ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gachagua said the two communities have enjoyed a long-standing relationship, particularly in Eastleigh, and warned against attempts to create divisions between them.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rejected calls to zone elective seats among opposition parties ahead of 2027, saying all seats except the presidency should be contested openly. He argued that competition among allied parties would test their popularity and boost voter turnout.
Former UNCTAD Secretary-General Mukhisa Kituyi has cautioned that opposition leaders, despite committing to unite behind a single presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, have focused more on defeating President William Ruto than developing clear policy agendas on governance, constitutionalism, and economic priorities.
The United Opposition has committed to support a single presidential candidate against President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, with leaders agreeing to execute a Personal Unity Pledge and Coalition Unity Agreement following a retreat in Nairobi.
Security has been deployed at Mogondor Centre in Emurua Dikirr, Narok County, ahead of a rally by Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua. The deployment comes as Gachagua continues political engagements in the region and after his convoy was previously attacked in Nakuru County.
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua held talks with Wiper Patriotic Front at his Nyeri residence to forge a working relationship between the two parties, aiming to strengthen the mountain region's voice within the United Opposition and ensure coordinated participation rather than competing interests in negotiations.
Opposition leaders at a press conference in Nairobi on August 19, 2026, expressed concern over the country's deteriorating security and invited the International Criminal Court to investigate political violence in Kenya.
United Opposition leaders say Kenya's security situation has deteriorated to worrying levels and are considering escalating the matter to the international court.
The United Opposition has called on the International Criminal Court's Chief Prosecutor to investigate President William Ruto following attacks on Opposition politicians during rallies. People's Liberation Party Leader Martha Karua said the ICC should review previous charges against Ruto and assess whether to reopen the case, urging the prosecutor to monitor developments and investigate if evidence emerges of widespread or systematic attacks organized or tolerated by authorities.
Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo warned Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna that former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his allies are setting him up for political failure ahead of the 2027 General Election, invoking the historical example of Tom Mboya. Odhiambo, a supporter of President William Ruto, urged Nyanza Region residents to back Ruto for a second term.
People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua expressed confidence in becoming Kenya's next president ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying the time has come for a woman to lead the nation and citing her track record as Minister for Water and Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs.
President William Ruto has intensified criticism of his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta, labelling him a "sponsor" of the United Opposition and a "failure" whom he helped become president but who failed to deliver key projects. Speaking in Bungoma County, Ruto vowed to defeat the opposition in next year's General Election.
Jubilee presidential aspirant Fred Matiang'i has called for leaders to stop hurling insults and focus on uniting Kenyans, saying leaders should discuss programmes rather than create division as the country heads toward the 2027 general elections.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has dismissed claims that he is a "mole" working with President William Ruto, saying he has no affiliation with the UDA and no personal problem with the President. He argued that political differences should not be reduced to allegations of betrayal, and defended other opposition figures that Gachagua has criticized.
Opposition leaders including Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, Justin Muturi, and Edwin Sifuna have vowed to remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election and field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto. The leaders made the remarks during separate events in Kitui, where they also pledged to defend the Constitution and push for electoral reforms.
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has cautioned the United Opposition against using opinion polls to determine its 2027 presidential ticket, warning that surveys could be manipulated and used to influence voters and opposition negotiations. Kalonzo claimed the intelligence community might attempt to influence public opinion through polling figures to favor President William Ruto, though he provided no evidence.
Jubilee Party presidential candidate Fred Matiang'i has downplayed reports of divisions within the United Opposition coalition, characterising differences among opposition leaders as normal for a coalition still establishing itself before selecting a presidential flagbearer for the 2027 election.
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called on Kenya's United Opposition to remain unified for the 2027 General Election, arguing that coalition success depends on agreement on a common political cause rather than opinion polls. He cautioned that opinion surveys could be used for electoral manipulation and alleged some actors, including the intelligence community, might use polls to shape opinion in favour of President William Ruto, though he provided no evidence.
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna dismissed President William Ruto's Vision 2060 plan at a Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega County, arguing that the President's time is up and the plan should have been delayed for younger leaders whom he expects will hold the presidency after the upcoming General Election.
Broad-based leaders are set for a three-day retreat in Naivasha starting Sunday to prepare ahead of the August 2027 General Election, with plans to establish a coalition talks team and address the running mate position. The meeting also involves President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga meeting with governors, deputy governors, MPs and speakers ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.