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August 25, 2026
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'It is survival for the fittest': Gachagua rejects opposition seat-zoning plan

'It is survival for the fittest': Gachagua rejects opposition seat-zoning plan

Former Deputy President Gachagua rejects zoning in 2027 elections, says DCP welcomes constructive competition among other united opposition partners...

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rejected a proposed seat-zoning plan for opposition parties ahead of the 2027 General Election, asserting that all seats except the presidency will be open for competition.

  • Gachagua stated that "politics is survival for the fittest" and that allied parties should test their popularity through open contests.
  • The key person involved is former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).
  • This stance comes as opposition parties are reportedly discussing fielding a single presidential candidate against President William Ruto, with zoning being a contentious issue. Gachagua insists the DCP will field candidates nationwide.

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