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Ruto: UDA-ODM Pact is Here to Stay
President William Ruto has asserted that the political alliance between his UDA party and ODM is permanent and here to stay, aiming to quell growing unease within his coalition. The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced plans to collaborate with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to develop a joint manifesto for the 2027 presidential campaign, signaling continued support for President William Ruto's re-election bid. At the same time, Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed rumors of engaging in talks with President William Ruto, urging opposition parties to unite against the Kenya Kwanza administration ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Uhuru Chairs Azimio Coalition Meeting to Rebrand Into Super Coalition
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is set to chair a crucial Azimio Coalition Council meeting to discuss rebranding and reorganizing the opposition bloc into a broader coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse has urged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to retire gracefully and cease involvement in rallying opposition against President William Ruto. Separately, Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has urged President William Ruto to prioritize addressing Kenya's current economic hardships and implementing the Constitution over launching a new long-term development plan.
Cash Politics Fails in Ol Kalou By-Election
The Ol Kalou constituency by-election demonstrated that monetary influence is no longer a guaranteed path to victory in Kenyan politics, challenging decades of tradition where cash handouts were a primary campaign tool. The article discusses how the traditional reliance on cash handouts in Kenyan politics is proving to be an ineffective strategy, as demonstrated by the recent Ol Kalou constituency by-election. Meanwhile, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, once a dominant national force, is reportedly shrinking into a regional stronghold, raising concerns about its future political relevance.
