President William Ruto's re-election campaign is facing challenges as UDA experiences significant defections, indicating a shift in political ground just a year before the General Election.

• Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe is among prominent figures who have defected from UDA.
• The defections are reportedly driven by unfulfilled promises from the Ruto administration.
• This trend highlights a period of political re-alignment as politicians prioritize self-preservation ahead of the upcoming elections.

The Jubilee Party has criticized President William Ruto for repeatedly attacking former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing his administration of using Kenyatta as a scapegoat instead of addressing governance issues.

• Jubilee Party Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta stated that a government in power for a full term should focus on its performance rather than campaigning against a predecessor who left office in 2022.
• The criticism follows President Ruto's renewed attacks on Kenyatta in Eldoret, where he accused the former President of sponsoring opposition activities and questioned his government's record on key programs.
• Jubilee and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna have disputed claims that Kenyatta is financing opposition politics, suggesting his involvement is limited to encouraging youth participation.

President William Ruto has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of bankrolling the opposition with "puppets" to contest against him in the 2027 General Election, citing Mr. Kenyatta's alleged failure in office.

• President Ruto claimed Mr. Kenyatta failed to deliver on key development promises during his tenure.
• The Azimio Coalition, chaired by Mr. Kenyatta, is reportedly reviving its 2022 election vehicle with Mr. Kalonzo Musyoka as the new party leader for a potential 2027 coalition against Dr. Ruto.
• President Ruto defended his administration's track record, highlighting achievements in agriculture, healthcare (Social Health Authority), education, and affordable housing, stating that Kenya is now the leading milk producer in Africa.