The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has suffered a blow with the departure of two key lawmakers: Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe and Lamu Woman Representative Muthoni Marubu Monicah. Both cited unfulfilled promises, political exclusion, and frustrations with party leadership as reasons for their exit.

• Gabriel Kagombe criticized the Kenya Kwanza administration for neglecting development projects in his constituency, specifically mentioning stalled Mau Mau roads.
• Muthoni Marubu accused Lamu Governor Issa Timamy of political sabotage and ethnic exclusion, hindering her efforts to mobilize support for UDA.
• The departures occur amidst political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election, potentially impacting UDA's standing in their respective regions.

Lamu Woman Representative Muthoni Marubu has announced her withdrawal from joining the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), citing frustrations with Governor Issa Timamy.

• Marubu, an independent candidate elected in 2022, stated, "The intention is hereby withdrawn. Neither I, my team nor my political allies will participate in further UDA mobilisation grassroots elections or party activities."
• Key figures involved include Lamu Woman Representative Muthoni Marubu and Lamu Governor Issa Timamy.
• Marubu alleged that Governor Timamy undermined her efforts to popularize the party by refusing to pick her calls and attempting to alter grassroots election outcomes in her favour.

Internal discussions within Kenya's broad-based government have been dominated by the Orange Democratic Movement's (ODM) demands for the Deputy President slot and a 50 percent share of state posts in a potential 2027 election pact.

• ODM insists on the Deputy President position, arguing it should go to them as President Ruto is from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
• The demands, voiced by Kisii Governor Simba Arati, caused unease among some delegates, particularly Mt Kenya lawmakers who view the DP position as crucial for their region's political campaign.
• Current Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is reportedly well-positioned to retain the running mate role, leading in recent opinion polls with 34 percent support.