Former Cabinet Minister Linah Jebii Kilimo has announced her return to politics, joining the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party and declaring her bid for the Marakwet East MP seat. She aims to continue her mission of restoring peace in the volatile Kerio Valley and complete development plans from her previous tenure.

• Kilimo, who previously served two terms from 2002 to 2013, is known for her peace efforts in the Kerio Valley.
• She was welcomed to the UDA by Secretary General Hassan Omar, who highlighted the party's goal of national unity.
• "Mother of Peace" Kilimo expressed her desire to be part of a team delivering results and uniting the country.