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September 21, 2026
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Sifuna, Kalonzo fight for 'Ukombozi' party name

Sifuna, Kalonzo fight for 'Ukombozi' party name

Azimio coalition rebrands to The Ukombozi Alliance, thwarting Edwin Sifuna's bid to launch Ukombozi People's Party as his political vehicle for the 2027 presidential race...

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A dispute over the party name "Ukombozi" has surfaced, highlighting internal tensions within Kenya's opposition. The conflict centers on Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's attempt to rebrand the Azimio La Umoja Coalition as The Ukombozi Alliance (TUA), which is reportedly seen as a vehicle for his presidential ambitions in 2027.

  • The fight pits allies of Wiper Patriotic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka against Linda Mwananchi movement led by Senator Sifuna.
  • The rebranding effort was intended as a straightforward coalition name change.
  • The situation exposes growing divisions within the opposition ahead of the 2027 elections.

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