Allies say Gachagua's comeback after retreat to shape 2027 race
Former Deputy President is for the third time retreating to his Wamunyoro residence for a 45-day retreat that insiders say could change the country's political landscape...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is embarking on his third 45-day retreat to his Wamunyoro residence, a move insiders suggest could significantly shape the political landscape ahead of next year's elections.
- Key person: Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua
- Notable detail: A 45-day political retreat.
- Potential impact: Could alter the country's political landscape ahead of next year's polls.
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Gachagua Embarks on Third 45-Day Retreat to Shape 2027 Race - June 2026
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is embarking on his third 45-day retreat to his Wamunyoro residence, a move insiders suggest could significantly shape the political landscape ahead of next year's elections. This comes as opposition leaders Gachagua and Kalonzo launch a three-day political campaign blitz in Western Kenya, a region they consider crucial for the 2027 presidential election. The tour is part of a broader strategy to unite against President William Ruto and shape their coalition's future. Meanwhile, a recent High Court ruling upholding the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has unexpectedly complicated the political path for current Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in the crucial Mt Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.
