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April 5, 2026
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DP Kindiki at crossroads ahead of 2027 elections

DP Kindiki at crossroads ahead of 2027 elections

Deputy President's survival in Mt Kenya politics now depends on strategy, timing and delicate balance of loyalty and ambition...

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Kenya's Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki is at a critical juncture as political realignments for the 2027 General Election intensify, with his position seen as precarious.

  • Prof Kindiki was appointed Deputy President in October 2024 to consolidate the Mt Kenya voting bloc for President William Ruto.
  • Navigating challenges from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who has formed the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), and internal competition within Mt Kenya for the running mate position.
  • A recent by-election showed a significant dip in perceived loyalty, underscoring the fragility of the coalition's support.

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