Taita Taveta governorship race draws several contenders
Taita Taveta County, as aspirants for the position of Governor, are preparing to wrestle incumbent Andrew Mwadime from power in next year’s polls...
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The Taita Taveta County governorship race is heating up as several contenders prepare to challenge incumbent Governor Andrew Mwadime in the upcoming polls.
- Key challengers include former governor Granton Samboja, Senator Jones Mwaruma, Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako, and Mwatate legislator Peter Shake.
- Multiple aspirants, including former KPA MD Ambassador John Mwangemi and former Principal Secretary Dr Margaret Mwakima, have publicly declared their interest.
- Residents and leaders emphasize that voters will prioritize humility and development performance, with significant concerns about land issues, water shortages, and human-wildlife conflict.
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Oburu-led ODM faction opens talks with UDA, vows to defend seats and presidency option - March 2026
A faction of the ODM party led by Oburu Odinga has initiated talks with the rival UDA party, vowing to defend their current positions and the possibility of securing the presidency. ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga stated that the party will not give up its strongholds during negotiations with the UDA party concerning coalition building for the 2027 General Election. The Orange Democratic Movement has outlined specific conditions for potential coalition talks, with Oburu Odinga spearheading discussions with the United Democratic Alliance. The Taita Taveta County governorship race is heating up as several contenders prepare to challenge incumbent Governor Andrew Mwadime in the upcoming polls.
