Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged political parties within the Kenya Kwanza coalition to unite behind President William Ruto for his 2027 re-election bid, while allowing for "friendly competition" for other elective positions. He made these remarks in Maralal Town, Samburu County, during a defection ceremony.

• Key defectors from the Jubilee Party to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) included former Samburu Woman Representative Maison Leshoomo and former MP Alois Lentoimaga.
• Deputy President Kindiki emphasized that the UDA is a national party open to all and highlighted ongoing development projects in Samburu County, such as road tarmacking and market construction.
• Samburu Governor Lelelit Lati pledged his support for President Ruto's re-election, citing "unprecedented development" in the region.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has publicly defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki against attacks from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

• Kithure Kindiki, the Deputy President, was defended by CS Geoffrey Ruku.
• The defense was made in response to criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• CS Ruku stated that Kindiki deserves respect as the country's second-in-command, emphasizing his equal standing.

Martha Karua, leader of the People's Liberation Party (PLP), has declared her intention to run for the presidency in 2027, vowing not to dissolve her party and rejecting any moves towards a one-party state.

• Martha Karua is seeking the presidency in 2027 on a PLP ticket.
• She criticized attempts to create a one-party system, emphasizing Kenya's constitutional commitment to multiparty democracy.
• Karua's stance comes amidst reports of opposition leaders planning a grand coalition, similar to the 2002 Narc, for the upcoming presidential election.

Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed rumors of engaging in talks with President William Ruto, urging opposition parties to unite against the Kenya Kwanza administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• Kalonzo Musyoka emphasized that his focus is on presenting a united opposition to unseat the current government.
• He criticized the Kenya Kwanza administration for alleged corruption and unfulfilled promises to the poor, youth, and "mama mboga".
• Musyoka also cautioned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) against election rigging, stating that Kenyans and "Gen Z" will stream results live.