Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly criticized Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka's presidential aspirations, challenging his 40-year public service record and accusing the opposition of ethnic mobilization rather than presenting alternative visions.

• Kindiki questioned Musyoka's ability to deliver, stating, "If, after 40 years in leadership, Kalonzo Musyoka has been unable to do anything, there is nothing new he can do now."
• The critique comes as Kenya Kwanza intensifies its campaign strategy, framing the August 10, 2027 General Election as a contest between their development achievements and an opposition lacking fresh ideas.
• Kindiki also warned political leaders against inciting violence by exploiting unemployed youth, urging a focus on policy and employment creation.

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of misrepresenting the Mt Kenya community's political integrity.

• Ruku asserts that the Mt Kenya region remains committed to supporting President William Ruto for two terms, as previously advocated by Kenyatta and Gachagua.
• Key figures involved include Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• The controversy arises amidst political realignments in the Mt Kenya region following Gachagua's impeachment and ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is set to chair a crucial Azimio Council meeting on Monday to devise a strategy for selecting a single presidential candidate for the opposition coalition.

• The primary agenda is to establish a formula for picking a presidential candidate.
• Key figures attending include Kalonzo Musyoka, who will host, and Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang'i.
• The meeting aims to unify the opposition behind one candidate for the next presidential election.