The WANTAM movement is organizing an interactive debate for opposition presidential and running-mate hopefuls on August 23 to foster unity and select a single challenger for President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.

• The debate is co-produced with Africa Uncensored and aims to move beyond traditional formats.
• It follows an online vote where Kalonzo Musyoka edged out Edwin Sifuna for the presidential race, with Sifuna leading the running-mate contest.
• The event is framed as a strategic gathering to build opposition unity and will feature direct engagement between contenders and Kenyans.

Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo is facing scrutiny over her political alignment following reports she is scheduled to attend an upcoming Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay.

• The MP previously stated she did not belong to either the ODM Linda Ground or ODM Linda Mwananchi factions, emphasizing her loyalty to ODM.
• Her reported attendance could signal a shift amid deep divisions within ODM concerning its alliance with President William Ruto’s administration.
• This development comes after Odhiambo recently criticized leaders associated with the broad-based government, citing the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election defeat as a warning against arrogance and not listening to voters.

Opposition leaders have demanded reforms at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and committed to unity to dislodge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.

• Opposition leaders warned against reintroducing the Smartmatic election system.
• Key figures include Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, and Justin Muturi.
• The leaders emphasized consolidating the existing Azimio coalition rather than forming a new one.

Former Chief Justice David Maraga is embarking on a three-week tour of the United States starting September 17, 2026, to engage with Kenyans in the diaspora ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• The tour follows his extensive "Ukatiba Caravan" that covered 43 counties across Kenya.
• Key person involved: David Maraga, co-party leader and presidential flag bearer for the United Green Movement (UGM).
• Notable detail: The United States is a significant source of remittances to Kenya, estimated between 50 and 60 percent of total diaspora inflows.