Kenyan political parties are employing negotiated democracy and implementing new systems to prevent fallout from upcoming party nominations, particularly as the 2027 General Election approaches.

• Former Principal Secretary Irungu Nyakera has dropped his Nairobi gubernatorial bid in favour of the Makadara parliamentary seat following talks with Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua.
• Nandi Governor Stephen Sang also withdrew his bid for the Aldai MP seat after consulting with President William Ruto.
• Major parties like the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are investing in electronic and robust systems to ensure free and credible primaries, aiming to avoid past issues of bungled nominations and voter apathy.