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Gachagua Begins 45-Day US Political Tour to Mobilize Support
Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has begun a 45-day political tour of the United States aimed at mobilizing support and securing financial partnerships. At the same time, President William Ruto and the opposition are actively competing for the crucial Maa vote in anticipation of the upcoming 2027 general election. Separately, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has accused the opposition of plotting to discredit the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and urged Western Kenya leaders to rally behind President William Ruto for the 2027 General Election.
Ruto Orders Closure of Tata Chemicals Over Exploitation Claims
President William Ruto has accused Tata Chemicals of exploiting Kenyans and ordered the closure of its operations, intending to grant the license to a new company. This move has sparked controversy, with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua alleging that the President aims to replace the company with a Chinese investor for his own commercial interests. The dispute centers on the soda ash industry, with political leaders accusing each other of using the controversy for personal financial gain.
