Opposition Leaders Launch Western Kenya Tour for 2027 Election Support - June 2026

The United Opposition has launched a tour of Western Kenya to mobilize support for the upcoming 2027 general election. Opposition leaders from Western Kenya have accused the government of neglecting the region. Meanwhile, Western leaders have called on former President Uhuru Kenyatta to maintain a neutral stance in Kenyan politics and continue to serve in his statesman role. The appointment of Julius Bitok to the Ministry of Tourism has also ignited significant questions regarding government appointment transparency.