Ayub Savula Defects to UDA; Pamoja African Alliance Denies Merger Plans - February 2026

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has officially defected from DAP-K to UDA, a move described as a significant political realignment in Western Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election. Savula pledged to deliver 2.6 million Western votes to UDA. Separately, the Pamoja African Alliance (PAA) has denied claims of an impending merger with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). PAA's Secretary General Kenneth Tungule affirmed that the party will remain independent and intends to compete in the Coast region. This denial comes as leaders of the PAA party in Kilifi County are divided over claims that the party may be dissolved.

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Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party

Leaders of the Pamoja African Alliance (PAA) party in Kilifi County are divided over claims that the party may be dissolved ahead of the 2027 General Election. While some within the party dismiss these claims, others suggest President William Ruto favors its dissolution.