Kenya Kwanza leaders criticize Governor Natembeya as Western region backs Sakaja - March 2026

Kenya Kwanza leaders have criticized Governor Natembeya for allegedly failing to cooperate with the national government, highlighting a perceived lack of synergy between the Trans Nzoia County administration and the central government. Leaders from Kenya's Western region have expressed their support for Nairobi Governor Sakaja, commending his cooperative approach with the national government. Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has explained the cooperative relationship between Nairobi and the national government. However, Governor James Nyaribo has declared that the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) is an independent political party and will not merge or fold into the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).