Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged residents of the Mt Kenya region to reject divisive politics and remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election, emphasizing that political competition should not disrupt community and national peace.

• Kindiki stressed that electoral contests are temporary while communities endure, advocating for tolerance and judgment of leaders based on performance.
• The appeal comes amid significant political debate within Mt Kenya regarding its direction for the 2027 polls, with factions supporting different political formations.
• Kindiki reaffirmed his loyalty to the Kenya Kwanza administration and highlighted its development agenda as a focus for the region.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has stated that winning the presidency in 2027 requires more than just political rallies and slogans, emphasizing the need for credible policies and a clear national agenda.

• A presidential candidate needs to secure over 50% of the national vote and at least 25% in more than half of Kenya's 47 counties, as per Article 138 of the Constitution.
• Mudavadi highlighted the potential advantage for President William Ruto through the emerging cooperation between UDA and ODM under the Broad-Based Government.
• He also pointed to infrastructure projects planned for Western Kenya, including the extension of the Rironi-Mau Summit Road towards Malaba and the expansion of the Standard Gauge Railway.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for unity and tolerance within the Mt Kenya region, emphasizing its importance for peace and harmony. He spoke during a fundraiser at Gaichanjiru Catholic Church in Kandara, Murang’a County.

• The DP stressed the need to defend national unity against any attempts to undermine it.
• He urged leaders and residents to be cautious with their words and focus on performance rather than rhetoric, especially ahead of the 2027 elections.
• Kindiki highlighted ongoing government projects, including the payment of over Sh177 billion to contractors for stalled road projects like the Mau Mau roads.