National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangúla is facing significant political challenges that could prevent him from seeking elected office in 2027, marking a potential end to his consecutive electoral wins since 1997.

• The Ford Kenya party, led by Mr. Wetangúla, appears to be losing its grip on Bungoma county politics, particularly in the gubernatorial race.
• Key contenders for the Bungoma governor seat include Didmus Barasa (UDA), Tim Wanyonyi (independent), and Wycliffe Wangamati (DAP-Kenya), leaving Ford Kenya without a strong candidate.
• At the national level, the entry of ODM into the government has reduced Mr. Wetangúla's influence and bargaining power.

Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has officially joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and declared his intention to run for president in 2032.

• Kuria's immediate political goal is to reclaim the Gatundu South parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election on a UDA ticket.
• He sees his move to UDA as strategic, aligning with his long-term ambition to succeed President William Ruto.
• Kuria also commented on potential running mates for 2027, suggesting Kithure Kindiki has a "mathematical chance" and dismissing Hassan Joho's prospects.

President William Ruto and Oburu Odinga have announced the formation of a broad-based management committee to enhance cooperation between the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) parties.

• The committee will coordinate legislative and executive agendas for better government efficiency.
• Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and Oburu Odinga, with representation from Cabinet Ministers and Majority and Minority Leaders in Parliament.
• This agreement was reached during a consultative meeting at State House in Nairobi on Thursday, April 23.

Transport operations along the Mumias-Bungoma highway were severely disrupted after irate residents of Bumula blockaded the road in protest over the removal of their Member of Parliament, Jack Wamboka, from the Parliamentary Public Investments Committee (PIC).

• Protesters voiced their belief that individuals challenging President William Ruto's policies face unfair targeting and harassment.
• The protest involved setting tyres ablaze and blocking the highway with debris, halting traffic between Bungoma and Kakamega counties.
• MP Jack Wamboka's suspension followed complaints of alleged harassment and extortion from witnesses appearing before the committee, including accusations of demanding bribes from the National Cohesion and Integration Commission.