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Gachagua Proposes Hyenas Coalition to Beat Ruto Following Duale Slur
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.
Senate Calls to Cancel Ruto-Sakaja Sh80 Billion Agreement
The Kenyan Senate has called for the suspension of a Sh80 billion cooperation agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government. The Senate committee argues the deal undermines devolution. A report by the Parliamentary Budget Office has identified Kisumu and Nairobi as among the counties with the worst utilization of development funds, while Embu, Narok, Wajir, Kitui, and Kilifi show significant improvements in fiscal responsibility. The Njuri Ncheke elders have declared Deputy President Kithure Kindiki the official Mt Kenya spokesman and vowed to defend his position.
