Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has concluded a 45-day political strategy retreat at his home in Wamunyoro. The initiative, termed a "crisis mitigation project," aimed to consolidate his political base and strategize for the 2027 elections amidst significant internal and external challenges.

• The retreat focused on unifying the Mt Kenya region under his Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) and outlining bargaining points for potential coalitions.
• Key individuals involved include Rigathi Gachagua, President William Ruto, and figures like Uhuru Kenyatta, Kithure Kindiki, and Fred Matiang'i.
• A significant concern is Gachagua's ongoing impeachment battle, which could impact his political future and ability to hold public office.

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is set to restart disciplinary proceedings against its Secretary-General, Edwin Sifuna, following a ruling by the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT).

• The PPDT ruled that internal party dispute resolution mechanisms must be exhausted before external legal challenges.
• Key individuals involved include ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna and ODM Executive Director Oduor Ong'wen.
• Charges against Mr. Sifuna include allegedly contradicting party positions, skipping meetings, and attempting "a coup" from within.

The political legacy of the late Gusii political heavyweight Simeon Nyachae is facing division as his sons, Charles Nyachae and Michael Nyachae, publicly support opposing political factions.

• Charles Nyachae has aligned himself with former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, endorsing him for a potential 2027 presidential bid and supporting a Matiang'i-aligned candidate for the Nyaribari Chache parliamentary seat.
• Michael Nyachae has declared his unwavering support for President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza government, campaigning for a Ruto-aligned candidate in Nyaribari Chache.
• This divergence follows the 2021 death of their father, Simeon Nyachae, who previously commanded significant bloc votes in the Gusii region and advocated for unity.
• Elders and political analysts note the division highlights a shift in Gusii politics, with voters now reportedly more liberal and less beholden to the Nyachae family's endorsements.