UDA and ODM have initiated high-level talks to resolve a growing dispute over political zoning ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• The discussions, expected to be led by President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga, aim to establish a framework for pre-election agreements.
• UDA National Chairperson Cecily Mbarire confirmed that the parties are escalating consultations to manage emerging tensions and anxieties surrounding zoning strategies.
• Oburu Oginga emphasized that negotiations are focused solely on UDA and clarified that zoning is a future discussion point, not a current agreement, while vowing to protect ODM's strongholds.

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially acknowledged internal discord with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), primarily concerning zoning issues within their partnership.

• The UDA confirmed disagreements exist.
• Key parties involved are UDA and ODM.
• Structured talks are being set up between the parties to address these tensions.

Rival factions within the ODM party are set to hold an "explosive" Linda Mwananchi rally in Kisumu on Sunday, amid existing party divisions and internal conflicts.

• Key figures like Siaya Governor James Orengo, ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino are expected to attend, despite alleged attempts to sabotage the meeting.
• The rally is seen as a demonstration of political strength for the Linda Mwananchi faction, aiming to empower the Luo community.
• This event comes amidst a supremacy battle with the Linda Ground faction, led by Dr. Oburu Oginga, and follows a recent attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu.