Hits and misses of Gachagua's 45-day conclave as deadline approaches
As former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s 45-day conclave nears its July 31st deadline, his self-imposed political isolation has yielded a mixed bag...
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As Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's 45-day conclave approaches its July 31st deadline, his self-imposed political isolation has yielded mixed results.
- The conclave has seen Gachagua consolidate Mt Kenya's regional support and initiate talks with former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
- However, agreement on a united opposition flagbearer for the 2027 general elections remains elusive among the principals.
- The 45-day conclave is a self-imposed period of political isolation by Gachagua.
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Gachagua Conclave Nears Deadline Amid Mixed Results - July 2026
As Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's 45-day conclave approaches its July 31st deadline, his self-imposed political isolation has yielded mixed results. The retreat period has shown both successes and shortcomings as he attempts to regroup politically. Meanwhile, the Orange Democratic Movement is pushing for the Deputy President position in pre-election talks with President William Ruto's UDA, specifically fronting Wycliffe Oparanya for the role. Separately, Nyandarua Governor Kiarie Badilisha has officially joined the Democracy for Citizens Party, citing constituents' wishes as the reason for leaving the ruling UDA party and planning to seek re-election on the DCP ticket.
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