ODM Explores Pre-Election Pact with UDA Amidst Internal Rifts for 2027 Election - January 2026

A faction within Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is reportedly eager to form a pre-election pact with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ahead of the 2027 General Election. Leaders in Nyanza are endorsing the decision by Raila Odinga's ODM party to begin formal pre-election coalition talks with President William Ruto's UDA for the 2027 polls. This move occurs amidst an internal rift within ODM regarding the talks. Separately, Kenyan opposition parties face a significant challenge in forming a united front for the 2027 General Election. Their primary hurdle is the selection of a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto.