Leaders from Kenya Kwanza have suggested a potential merger between the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to form a powerful political entity for the 2027 elections, aiming to secure a second term for President William Ruto.

• MPs David Kiplagat (Soy) and John Bwire (Taita), along with Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu (Narok), Deputy Governor **Ayub Savula** (Kakamega), and Farouk Kibet (President’s aide) were among those who spoke.
• The leaders convened at an empowerment forum in Turbo, Uasin Gishu County, on Friday.
• They criticized opposition leaders for engaging in what they termed "tribal politics," advocating for unity akin to "bodaboda" (motorcycle taxi operators) who serve all ethnicities without bias.