Fred Matiang'i, the Jubilee presidential candidate, has called for unity and respect among Kenyans as political temperatures rise ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• Matiang'i urged leaders to be mindful of their words to prevent inciting conflict, stating, "Let's avoid burning this country with our tongue."
• Key figure: Fred Matiang'i, Jubilee presidential hopeful and former Interior Cabinet Secretary.
• Matiang'i also assured that Jubilee Party nominations will be free and fair, with no "sacred cows."

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has issued a stern warning to certain opposition leaders against boasting about their political influence. The warning comes as the party leaders express concern over divisive tribal politics.

• ODM leaders, led by chairperson Gladys Wanga, cautioned against what they term as ethnic-based political posturing.
• The warnings were issued in the Ndhiwa constituency, Homa Bay County.
• The party is emphasizing unity and discouraging political strategies that rely on tribal affiliations.

Democratic Party (DP) leader Justin Muturi has voiced his disagreement with Rigathi Gachagua's political strategies.

• Muturi opposes Gachagua's proposed method for selecting a presidential candidate.
• The disagreement also concerns Gachagua's initiative to unite Mt. Kenya political parties into a coalition.
• Muturi is the leader of the Democratic Party (DP), while Gachagua leads the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).

In anticipation of the 2027 general election, church and political leaders in Kitui county are calling for national unity and peace.

• The primary message is a plea for Kenyans to unite and maintain peace.
• Key figures include church leaders and political leaders from Kitui county.
• The call is specifically directed towards all Kenyans in the lead-up to the 2027 general election.