Oburu-led ODM Faction Opens Coalition Talks With UDA - March 2026

A faction of the ODM party led by Oburu Odinga has initiated talks with the rival UDA party, vowing to defend their current positions and the possibility of securing the presidency. The Orange Democratic Movement has outlined specific conditions for these coalition discussions. Meanwhile, a faction calling itself Linda Mwananchi has declared the rival ODM convention held at Jamhuri Grounds illegitimate, highlighting deepening internal divisions. Separately, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission launched a nationwide voter registration exercise set to commence on Monday, while in Embu, youth are rallying Church support for the mass voter registration drive.