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Originally published by Standard Politicspolitics
July 1, 2025
4mo ago
Wiper gets new name as Kalonzo courts Gen Z ahead of 2027 polls

Kalonzo Musyoka's Wiper Democratic Movement party serves notice intending to change its name to Wiper Patriotic Front, Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu confirms...
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The Wiper Democratic Movement is set to rebrand as the Wiper Patriotic Front in an effort to engage with younger voters ahead of the 2027 general elections. Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka announced this change during a visit to Makueni County.
- The proposed name change is part of a strategy to attract the youth demographic, particularly Gen Z.
- Kalonzo Musyoka emphasized the rebrand reflects the courage shown by youth during the June 2024 protests.
- The official name change notice calls for public submissions and follows a communication from Kalonzo to the Registrar of Political Parties, Ann Nderitu.
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