Also known as: WPF
Opposition political party led by Kalonzo Musyoka, consolidating opposition coalition efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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… aling with Kenya Kwanza.“I have come to appreciate that it is easier to campaign than to govern.” Before making the decision to join the new party, the MP said that he had held talks with opposition leaders among them ex-Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Patriotic Front …
Nyoro ditches UDA for People's Party of KenyaThe Standard
Audio By Vocalize Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Governor Wavinya Ndeti and Matungulu MP Stephen Mule have called out President William Ruto over the escalating political violence targeting the opposition.Speaking separately in Machakos County on Sunday, the leader …
Kalonzo calls out Ruto over escalating political violenceCitizen Digital
Kalonzo names Aisha Jumwa new Wiper deputy party leader By Joseph Muia August 14, 2026 07:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) leader Kalonzo Musyoka welcomes former CS Aisha Jumwa …
Kalonzo names Aisha Jumwa new Wiper deputy party leaderThe Standard
… Wiper Patriotic Front and Azimio la Umoja leader Kalonzo Musyoka, DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa and Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi said the credibility of the next election would depend largely on an electoral system that commands the confidence of all political players. …
Opposition leaders demand IEBC reforms, commit to unity to dislodge RutoCapital News
… In February, Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka called for a public inquest, citing remarks by Siaya Governor James Orengo that he said had raised questions over whether Raila died peacefully or was killed. …
Gachagua renews debate on circumstances of Raila’s death, calls for answersCapital News
… Days later Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka appointed him Chairman of the Wiper Patriotic Front, saying the appointment takes effect immediately as the party strengthens its leadership ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
CS Wahome signals bid for Murang’a governor as Kang’ata prepares DCP defenceThe Standard
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has unveiled a major shake-up of the party's leadership, bringing on board former Kigumo MP Jamleck Irungu Kamau as national chairperson, Nyali MP Mohamed Ali as deputy party leader-designate, and constitutional lawyer Ndegwa Njiru as …
Kalonzo rings changes as party gears up for pollsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 7 – Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appointed Nyali MP Mohammed Ali as the Deputy Party Leader-designate of the Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF), saying the move is part of efforts to broaden the party’s leadership as it prepares for the 2027 …
Mohammed Ali Appointed Wiper Deputy Party Leader-DesignateCitizen Digital
… PHOTOS | COURTESY Audio By Vocalize Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has announced a shake-up of the party leadership, appointing former Cabinet Minister Jamleck Irungu Kamau as the new party chairman, Nyali MP Mohamed Ali as Deputy Party Leader designate and lawyer N …
Jamleck Kamau, Mohamed Ali, Ndegwa Njiru: Kalonzo unveils new Wiper leadership teamCitizen Digital
Kalonzo urges Sudan gov't to lift ban on Kenya's imports By Brian Kimani August 06, 2026 05:51 (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 engages with Sudan's ambassador to …
Kalonzo urges Sudan gov't to lift ban on Kenya's importsThe 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.
7 hours ago · 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.
7 hours ago · 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.
9 hours ago · 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.
14 hours ago · 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.
20 hours ago · 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 →
Siaya Governor James Orengo has unveiled the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) as his political vehicle for the 2027 General Election, saying the opposition will present a united front to challenge President William Ruto. Orengo warned that any attempt by the national government to scrap mandatory live streaming of election results would be challenged in court.
24 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →