Gachagua Announces 45-Day Political Conclave After Impeachment Ruling - June 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced a 45-day political conclave to build consensus for a single opposition presidential candidate in the 2027 General Election, asserting his own presidential bid remains active despite a High Court ruling upholding his impeachment. He has labeled the impeachment process a "constitutional coup" and plans to appeal to the Court of Appeal following the High Court decision. Allies of Gachagua assert that his influence in the Mt Kenya region remains strong and unaffected for the upcoming 2027 presidential election. The ruling is expected to significantly influence Kenyan opposition politics ahead of the next election.