UDA Pursues New Alliances as Opposition Raises Concerns Over IEBC Ahead of 2027 Election

President William Ruto is making efforts to rally support in Nyanza for proposed coalition talks between his UDA party and the ODM leadership. As part of this push, he is also unveiling significant development projects in Kisumu. Simultaneously, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is urging leaders and residents of the Western region to join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), warning that the region risks political marginalization if it does not unite under the ruling party. Amid these political maneuvers, Kenya's United Opposition has stated a significant lack of confidence in the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) ahead of the 2027 General Election. The opposition is demanding major reforms and accountability, accusing the IEBC of political capture and weak oversight.