The 2027 General Election is not around the corner, but politicians are itching to form coalitions.
President William Ruto has courted former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, but he is struggling to keep him locked in, as evidenced by the growing dissent from within Raila’s ranks.
On the other hand, a team of opposition politicians is regrouping into a formation that they say will “liberate Kenya.” This team comprises former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, People Liberation Party’s Martha Karua, Democratic Action Party-Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa and former cabinet secretaries Fred Matiang’i, Justin Muturi and Mithika Linturi.
The 2027 General Election is not around the corner, but politicians are itching to form coalitions.
By Brian Otieno