Leaders of the Democratic Party, PNU, and DEP have rejected a call by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to dissolve their parties and join the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).

• The leaders stated that Gachagua lacks the authority to dictate the future of other political parties.
• Justin Muturi (Democratic Party), Peter Munya (PNU), and Lenny Kivuti (DEP) emphasized that party decisions are made by lawful organs.
• They accused Gachagua of hypocrisy for urging dissolution while engaging with UDA leaders and called for structured dialogue based on mutual respect.

The Azimio La Umoja-One Kenya Coalition Party is undergoing a significant reorganisation and rebranding to prepare for the upcoming 2027 General Election.

• The coalition has resolved to overhaul its internal structures and undertake a comprehensive rebranding initiative.
• Key figures like Fred Matiang’i and Peter Munya have joined the governing council, and parties like DAP-K, Umoja na Maendeleo Party, PDP, and DP have been invited to join.
• Wiper Party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has been tasked with building a broader opposition alliance, engaging with parties such as Rigathi Gachagua's Democratic Coalition Party and Martha Karua's People’s Liberation Party.

The Party of National Unity (PNU), Democratic Party (DP), and Democratic Empowerment Party (DEP) have rejected a merger proposal from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The proposal aimed to dissolve these parties into his newly formed Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), signaling potential divisions in efforts to unite the Mt Kenya region politically.

• The rejection by PNU, DP, and DEP leaders, including Peter Munya, Justin Muturi, and Lenny Kivuti, highlights resistance to a directive-based consolidation of political parties.
• Key figures involved: former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the leaders of PNU, DP, and DEP.
• The leaders emphasized the need for dialogue and consensus, with Peter Munya stating Gachagua lacks the mandate to speak for all regional leaders and parties.

Democratic Party of Kenya leader Justin Muturi has challenged Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to have UDA MPs allied to him resign and seek fresh mandates if he truly believes in political realignment.

• Muturi, alongside Peter Munya of PNU and Lenny Kivuti of DEP, rejected Gachagua's call for their parties to dissolve and join the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).
• The leaders stated that democracy is strengthened through the ballot, not negotiated defections.
• They asserted that each party's future is determined by its lawful organs, not coercion.