Political parties led by Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are actively vying for the Maa vote, a bloc that previously supported the Orange Democratic Movement in the 2022 presidential election.

• The political manoeuvre targets the Maa speaking counties of Kajiado, Narok, and Samburu.
• Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) has appointed key officials from the region, including David Persaina as party chairperson and Martin Ole Kamwaro as Deputy Secretary General in charge of Strategy.
• This effort signifies a significant political push to gain influence and support within the Maa community.

The race for the Narok County governorship is intensifying for the 2027 General Election, marked by the renewed political rivalry between former Narok North MP Moitalel ole Kenta and current Governor Patrick ole Ntutu.

• Kenta claims the 2022 election was flawed and has declared his intention to unseat Ntutu.
• The contest is shaping into a potentially three-way race, with Narok West MP Gabriel ole Tongoyo also signaling his bid.
• Governor Ntutu is campaigning on his administration's development record, highlighting achievements in roads, health, education, and water access, while Kenta alleges mismanagement.