Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has boldly stated that he can lead the Mt Kenya region politically from prison, challenging President William Ruto to arrest him.

• Gachagua expressed confidence in his mentees to take over his political role, stating, "Even if you imprison me, I will give direction to Mt Kenya from Kamiti Maximum Prison."
• He criticized the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for failing to arrest those responsible for recent violent protests, claiming they were targeting him unfairly.
• During a funeral service in Kinangop, Nyandarua County, Gachagua remarked on his significance in mobilizing voters for Ruto, calling out the President's use of him to gain power.

The Registrar of Political Parties has confirmed Uhuru Kenyatta as the leader of the Jubilee Party, resolving ongoing internal disputes.

• Jeremiah Kioni remains as Secretary General.
• Other new appointments include Beatrice Gambo as deputy party leader and Saitoti Torome as national chairperson.
• The recent changes follow a June 30, 2024 court ruling overturning leadership assumptions by a rival faction.

The Wiper Democratic Movement is set to rebrand as the Wiper Patriotic Front in an effort to engage with younger voters ahead of the 2027 general elections. Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced this change during a visit to Makueni County.

• The proposed name change is part of a strategy to attract the youth demographic, particularly Gen Z.
• Kalonzo Musyoka emphasized the rebrand reflects the courage shown by youth during the June 2024 protests.
• The official name change notice calls for public submissions and follows a communication from Kalonzo to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ann Nderitu.

Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has accused the Kenyan government of inciting violence during protests to maintain control, suggesting that chaos may be a tactic to declare a state of emergency.

• Kenya has seen unrest amid calls for accountability from police and government actions.
• Martha Karua expressed concerns about the government's dependence on violence, stating, "the people of Kenya are being terrorized by those who are supposed to protect them."
• She highlighted issues of police complicity and called for the release of detained activists, claiming government actions are treasonous.