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Originally published by Nation Politicspolitics
January 29, 2026
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Paradigm shift: Ex-CJ Maraga and tales of Kenyans funding election campaigns
The retired CJās campaign is publicly funded...
⨠Key Highlights
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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