Also known as: WPF
Opposition political party led by Kalonzo Musyoka, campaigning for the 2027 General Election through the Ukombozi Alliance coalition.
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NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 13 – Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka is set to outline the Opposition’s policy priorities ahead of the August 10, 2027 General Election during an address at Chatham House in London. …
Kalonzo to outline opposition’s policy agenda at Chatham HouseCitizen Digital
… PHOTO | COURTESY Audio By Vocalize Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has arrived in London, United Kingdom, for a series of engagements focused on strengthening economic partnerships and attracting investment to Kenya and the wider East African region. …
Kalonzo arrives in London ahead of Chatham House keynote addressThe Standard
… In a statement, Boga noted that former Gender CS and Kilifi governor aspirant Ms Aisha Jumwa’s recent departure from UDA to Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) reflected a growing sense among a segment of coastal leaders that decisions about their political future are increasingly being …
Ruto wades into growing ODM-UDA conflictCitizen Digital
… m’: Kalonzo welcomes Uhuru’s resignation, says Ukombozi name reserved By Joseph Muia October 07, 2026 07:34 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former President Uhuru Kenyatta engages with Wiper Patriotic Front …
‘No leadership vacuum’: Kalonzo welcomes Uhuru’s resignation, says Ukombozi name reservedCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 3 – Wiper Patriotic Front Chairman Jamleck Kamau has dismissed claims that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is considering abandoning his bid for the presidency in the 2027 General Election. …
Wiper Dismisses Claims Kalonzo Could Back Ruto in 2027The Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterOther leaders, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper Patriotic Front leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang’i, Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sherriff Nassir, and Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, …
NTSA opens probe into crash that killed 17 on Nairobi-Mombasa highwayCitizen Digital
Kalonzo welcomes Dangote's oil refinery project but warns against 'shady' deals By Brian Kimani September 30, 2026 04:53 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka speaks t …
Kalonzo welcomes Dangote's oil refinery project but calls for transparency in gov't projectsCitizen Digital
… er rejects coalition rumors with President Ruto, vows independent 2027 presidential run By Kenneth Gachie September 29, 2026 12:26 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The Wiper Patriotic Front …
Wiper rejects coalition rumors with President Ruto, vows independent 2027 presidential runCitizen Digital
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Wanga, ODM take broad-based gospel to Kisumu, drum up support for RutoCitizen Digital
… I haven't done what others have done in 5 or 10 years," Kalonzo said. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); The Wiper Patriotic Front …
Kalonzo hits back at Ruto over his '40 years in power' jibesWiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka rallied the Nyanza region to support his presidential ambition, reminding voters of his political loyalty to the late Raila Odinga, including twice serving as his running mate. He said he was best placed to carry forward Raila's vision and condemned a Thursday attack on his convoy in Migori.
6 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka rallied the Nyanza region to support his presidential ambition, reminding voters of his political loyalty to the late Raila Odinga, including twice serving as his running mate. He said he was best placed to carry forward Raila's vision and condemned a Thursday attack on his convoy in Migori.
6 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Linda Mwananchi Movement has condemned an attack on Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka's convoy during a political tour in Migori County on Thursday, calling for political tolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election and accusing President William Ruto's administration of fueling political intolerance.
6 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Linda Mwananchi movement has condemned an attack on Kalonzo Musyoka's campaign caravan in Migori County and alleged that the Ruto administration is fuelling political violence and intolerance to intimidate opposition leaders and establish political dominance in Nyanza ahead of 2027. The movement accused the government of using violence to silence alternative political voices and demanded those responsible be brought to justice.
6 November 2026 · Capital News →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka is campaigning in South Nyanza for the Ukombozi Alliance, touring Migori and Homa Bay counties to build support in the region traditionally dominated by the ODM. His Migori visit was disrupted by stone-throwing at his convoy, but he vowed to continue his political outreach.
6 November 2026 · Capital News →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Siaya Governor James Orengo and Jubilee Party presidential candidate Fred Matiang'i as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council, signalling renewed efforts to consolidate opposition forces ahead of the 2027 General Election.
6 November 2026 · The Standard →
Kalonzo Musyoka and other opposition leaders faced attacks during political engagements in Migori County on Thursday when running battles broke out between suspected goons and police officers. Kalonzo condemned the violence as political intolerance and an infringement of constitutional rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression.
5 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Siaya Governor James Orengo and Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang'i as co-chairs of the Ukombozi Alliance Council (formerly the Azimio la Umoja coalition), describing the move as part of efforts to strengthen the opposition coalition.
5 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Patriotic Front Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Democracy for Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua are set to meet at Wamunyoro to focus on uniting the opposition, a week after Gachagua hosted Kalonzo and his allies following Gachagua's return from a nearly two-month visit to the United States.
2 November 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper Patriotic Front Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Democracy for Citizens Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua are set to meet again at Wamunyoro, focused on uniting the opposition, barely a week after their previous meeting.
2 November 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka faces erosion of political support in his traditional Ukambani stronghold as President Ruto makes inroads, with Kalonzo appearing to acknowledge that regional politicians are abandoning him for national power.
2 November 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected calls from Kenya Kwanza-allied leaders to join forces with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying the administration has caused too much injustice to Kenyans.
1 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and other leaders have mourned the death of journalist Kitavi Mutua, who died at Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital on Friday after receiving treatment for snake venom following a snake bite a week earlier. Kalonzo described Mutua as a friend and seasoned journalist who covered social justice issues and was working on his second autobiography.
1 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed reports of efforts by government officials to bring him into President William Ruto's administration, saying he remains focused on his presidential ambitions and will not join what he calls a government of "predators" presiding over economic hardship, corruption and insecurity.
1 November 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Kwanza leaders, led by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, have urged Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka to join the government side, saying his hostile reception during the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement showed he was no longer welcome in opposition ranks.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka says he remains focused on becoming president, challenging allied leaders to rally behind him ahead of next year's General Election despite being heckled at a recent event.
31 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Orange Democratic Movement leaders at a Maralal event criticised the newly launched Linda Mwananchi Movement for heckling Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka during his speech, and urged him to leave the opposition and join ODM.
30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino was given a late speaking slot at the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement (a rebranding of The Equitable Party) in Nairobi on Friday, after crowd intervention, despite being seated prominently. Owino, who leads The Mwananchi Party, appeared to receive little recognition during key moments of the programme.
30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna will unveil the Linda Mwananchi Movement's national headquarters and secretariat in Nairobi, along with the presidential campaign command centre, as the political outfit builds structures ahead of the 2027 General Election. The event will include leaders from Wiper, DCP, and DAP-K, and the movement has scheduled a rally in Kwale County for the following day.
30 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has discharged suspension orders and cleared the way for registration of The Ukombozi Alliance, led by Kalonzo Musyoka. The alliance emerged from the rebranding of the Azimio la Umoja–One Kenya Coalition in September 2026.
30 October 2026 · Capital News →
Opposition unity discussions are intensifying following talks between Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka, followed by separate discussions with Democratic Action Party leader Eugene Wamalwa and Luhya council of elders on timing the Opposition's Presidential flagbearer announcement and electoral process timelines.
27 October 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua hosted separate talks with Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Democratic Action Party leader Eugene Wamalwa at Wamunyoro, discussing Opposition unity, the timing of announcing a presidential flagbearer, and internal Opposition affairs.
27 October 2026 · The Standard →
Democracy for the Citizens Party and Wiper Patriotic Front have dismissed claims that a Monday meeting between their leaders Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka centred on a power-sharing deal ahead of the 2027 General Election, describing it instead as a routine visit to strengthen cooperation between the parties.
26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka met former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Nyeri as opposition leaders navigate competing interests over who should challenge President Ruto in 2027, with tensions around Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's potential candidacy complicating efforts to forge a common front.
26 October 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto spent Sunday touring Ukambani, promoting development projects and pledging tax relief for lower earners as part of efforts to weaken opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka's support in the three counties ahead of next year's election.
26 October 2026 · The Standard →
DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malalah says he will meet Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka to persuade him to support Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's presidential bid ahead of the 2027 General Election, as opposition leaders intensify efforts to build a broader alliance around a common candidate.
25 October 2026 · Capital News →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka responded to President Ruto's remarks about working to outshine him by declaring himself the President's principal political competitor, saying Ruto's acknowledgment confirmed growing opposition influence ahead of the 2027 General Election.
25 October 2026 · Capital News →
The 2027 General Election represents a defining moment for Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka as President Ruto courts voters in the Ukambani region, putting pressure on Kalonzo's political position.
25 October 2026 · The Standard →
The 2027 General Election represents a critical moment for Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka to decide whether to contest for the State House or accept a lesser position.
25 October 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka responded to President Ruto's criticism of his development record by defending his four decades in politics, drawing a biblical parallel to the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness and framing it as a transition to a new chapter of meaningful change for Kenya.
25 October 2026 · The Standard →