Coast ODM Leaders Back Ruto's 2027 Re-election Bid - August 2026

A significant political development has emerged from Kenya's Coast region as ODM leaders have declared their support for President William Ruto's re-election bid in 2027. Health CS Aden Duale and Mining CS Hassan Joho have accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of using opposition leaders, including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, to campaign against President Ruto. Meanwhile, Opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka has unveiled a three-member political team to spearhead its campaign at the Coast region ahead of the 2027 General Election, aiming to counter allies of President William Ruto. Government leaders are intensifying their campaign efforts for Ruto's 2027 re-election, highlighting his development achievements and claiming increasing national support.