Wiper, Linda Mwananchi court Aisha Jumwa after UDA exit
Linda Mwananchi and Wiper Patriotic Front are wooing former CS Aisha Jumwa following her acrimonious resignation from the UDA party...
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Following her departure from President William Ruto's UDA party, former Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa is being courted by both Linda Mwananchi and the Wiper Patriotic Front.
- Siaya Governor James Orengo visited Jumwa in Malindi, calling her Raila Odinga's "political daughter."
- Wiper Patriotic Front, led by Kalonzo Musyoka, has also reached out to Jumwa, seeing her as a potential asset for influence in the Coast region.
- Jumwa, a prominent political figure known for her campaigning efforts, previously served as Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Gender and Affirmative Action before her recent exit from the ruling party.
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