United Opposition Appoints Ex-UN Chief for Key Role Ahead of 2027 Elections
The appointee had in 2021 announced interest in the presidential seat but backed down in support of Raila Odinga's bid...
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The United Opposition has appointed Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi, a former Secretary-General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), as its Spokesperson and Head of the Opposition Secretariat ahead of the 2027 elections.
- The appointment was announced after a meeting at SKM Headquarters in Karen on Wednesday.
- Key leaders present included former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, and Wiper Patriotic Front party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
- Kituyi, who served as Minister for Trade and Industry under former President Mwai Kibaki, will represent six political parties within the coalition.
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Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi Appointed Head of United Opposition Secretariat - September 2025
Former UN trade chief Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi has been appointed spokesperson and Head of Secretariat for the United Opposition, a coalition aiming to challenge President William Ruto in 2027. The appointment of the former United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General was announced on Wednesday evening by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following a strategy meeting. Dr. Kituyi has been picked as the voice of the united opposition. This move comes as the coalition prepares for the 2027 elections.
