Linda Mwananchi Demands Gladys Wanga Resign After Homa Bay Violence - August 2026

The Linda Mwananchi faction is demanding the arrest and prosecution of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Homa Bay Town MP Opondo Kaluma following violence at their rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday. Residents in Homa Bay are demanding the resignation of Governor Wanga following widespread chaos and violence. Youth in Homa Bay County who survived the political violence are also demanding the immediate resignation of the Governor and other implicated officials. Meanwhile, Kenya Kwanza leaders have defended President Ruto against perceived disrespect from opposition figures, stating any challenges should be reserved for the ballot. Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has strongly criticized Deputy President Ruto, accusing him of orchestrating political violence that disrupted events in Homa Bay.