Kindiki and Mudavadi bargaining power on trial
By-elections in Malava and Mbeere North constituencies to test the duo’s influence. Both of them will be eyeing the number two slot in the 2027 General Election...
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The political ambitions of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi are set to be tested by upcoming by-elections. Their performance in the November 27 by-elections in Malava and Mbeere North could significantly influence their chances of becoming President William Ruto's running mate in 2027.
- Two upcoming by-elections on November 27 in Malava and Mbeere North will gauge the political influence of Kindiki and Mudavadi.
- President William Ruto introduced Deputy President Kindiki Kithure and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi to Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni at State House, Nairobi.
- Both Kindiki and Mudavadi are actively leading campaigns in the respective constituencies to garner support for United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidates.
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Kindiki and Mudavadi's Bargaining Power Tested in November 27 By-Elections - September 2025
The political influence and ambitions of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi are on trial. Their power is set to be tested by upcoming by-elections in Malava and Mbeere North on November 27. The performance in these polls could significantly influence their prospects of becoming President William Ruto’s running mate in 2027. This comes as Nairobi gubernatorial aspirant Tony Gachoka has sharply criticized President William Ruto's administration. Gachoka alleged a collapse of democracy, rampant corruption, and betrayal of the Kenyan people by elected leaders.
