Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is set to chair a crucial Azimio Coalition Council meeting to discuss rebranding and reorganizing the opposition bloc into a broader coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• The meeting aims to unite opposition parties against President William Ruto's allies, who are perceived to be gaining ground.
• A proposed Narc-style model would allow constituent parties to retain their identities while backing a common presidential candidate.
• Key figures like Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiang'i are central to discussions, with potential presidential ticket combinations being explored.

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.

Raila Odinga Junior is setting his sights on Nairobi's political landscape, aiming to inherit his late father's strongholds and begin his political career in the capital.

• Calls are mounting for Raila Junior to contest the Embakasi South parliamentary seat, with a warm reception from community groups.
• The aspiring politician is focusing on initiating youth, women, and senior citizen empowerment projects in Kibra, Lang'ata, and Embakasi South constituencies.
• His nascent political ambitions have garnered support from key leaders, including his uncle, Dr. Oburu Oginga, and ODM Nairobi Branch Chairperson George Aladwa.

President William Ruto has asserted that the political alliance between his UDA party and ODM is permanent and here to stay, aiming to quell growing unease within his coalition.

• The President emphasized that the government is inclusive and "big enough for all of us."
• This statement comes amid speculation about potential running mates for the 2027 elections, with ODM and Western region leaders being considered.
• The President also discussed his Vision 2060 development blueprint and addressed the drought's impact on farmers, pledging government support.