Political Rivalries Over Control of Western Kenya Voting Block Escalate - September 2025

Top leaders in Western Kenya are engaged in a simmering conflict over control of the region's voting block, which is threatening the pursuit of Luhya unity ahead of the 2027 General Elections. In Kakamega, a political rivalry is unfolding between Wycliffe Oparanya and the county's Governor, Ferdinand Barasa. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has publicly defended Wycliffe Oparanya in this battle. Separately, amid political troubles in Bungoma, Wycliffe Wangamati has accused the Ford-Kenya leadership for the issues.