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January 29, 2026
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Paradigm shift: Ex-CJ Maraga and tales of Kenyans funding election campaigns

Paradigm shift: Ex-CJ Maraga and tales of Kenyans funding election campaigns

The retired CJ’s campaign is publicly funded...

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Former Chief Justice David Maraga is attempting a paradigm shift in Kenyan politics by publicly fundraising for his 2027 presidential campaign, challenging the traditional "handout" culture prevalent in elections.

  • Maraga has raised over Sh8 million through online appeals and Paybill contributions, primarily from Kenyans in the diaspora.
  • The Elections Observation Group (ELOG) reported that Members of Parliament spent over Sh30 million each in the 2022 general election.
  • Maraga has pledged complete transparency and accountability for all funds, with any surplus directed to a public cause.

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