United Opposition moves to build team to unseat Ruto in 2027

Leaders of the emerging United Opposition are putting structures in place to accommodate more members as they race to form a credible national alternative ahead of the 2027 General Election...
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The emerging United Opposition in Kenya is actively building its structure and team to challenge President Ruto in the 2027 General Election. The coalition aims to create a credible national alternative by emphasizing discipline, ethics, and a robust code of conduct for its members.
- The coalition's strategy focuses on filtering out divisive figures and building public trust, according to spokesperson Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi.
- A crucial first step involves establishing solid structures, including a document of principled commitment that all leaders must sign.
- The coalition has created a "firewall" against politicians whose behavior borders on incitement, citing Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s remarks as an example of unacceptable conduct.
- Kituyi indicated it would be "difficult" for an unethical candidate to become the coalition's flagbearer.
- The United Opposition is opening its doors to younger politicians and aims to be perceived as a national movement rather than a narrow opposition bloc.
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