Political Realignments and Voter Registration Concerns Emerge Ahead of 2027 Elections - September 2025

The Mt Kenya region is experiencing a significant political realignment ahead of the next General Election as questions emerge over who is the region's 'kingpin'. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta's potential comeback is challenging Rigathi Gachagua's political influence. Separately, Embakasi West MP Mark Mwenje has publicly criticized Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni, accusing him of causing disunity among opposition parties. These political shifts are occurring amid concerns over low voter registration turnout for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) aims to register six million new voters, primarily Gen Z, to reach a target of 28 million eligible voters for Kenya's 2027 elections.