Gachagua Proposes Hyenas Coalition to Beat Ruto Following Duale Slur - August 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has proposed an opposition unity strategy, likening it to a "hyena coalition" to challenge President Ruto in 2027. Fears of a repeat of the 1992 political divisions are resurfacing within Kenya's opposition due to widening internal rifts. The Linda Mwananchi team, led by prominent political figures, is intensifying its efforts to consolidate support in traditional Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) strongholds in the Western region of Kenya. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is advocating for his suitability to run for president in 2027, arguing that wisdom and integrity are more important than extensive political experience, during a tour of Western Kenya. A High Court ruling has declared August 11, 2026, as the date for Kenya's next General Election, prompting calls for adherence to the Constitution.