ODM Factions Clash as Linda Mwananchi Cuts Ties with Rival Group - March 2026

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party is experiencing internal conflict as a faction known as Linda Mwananchi announces its separation from a rival group. Leaders from the Linda Mwananchi brigade have staged a significant show of force in Mombasa, sparking speculation about the potential formation of a new political party. ODM Deputy Party Leader Abdulswamad Nassir has called on leaders from the Linda Mwananchi wing to cease their verbal attacks on ODM party leader Oburu Odinga. Separately, 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).