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Rivalries mar opposition efforts to pick flagbearer

Kalonzo, Gachagua and Matiang’i all want to unseat President William Ruto.

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by JULIUS OTIENO

News01 July 2025 - 04:58
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DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa, former DP Rigathi Gachagua, PLP’s Martha Karua, former Public Service CS Justine Muturi (Agriculture), Fred matiang’i (Interior) and politician Mukhisa Kituyi on April 29 /DENISH OCHIENG

Details have emerged about a high-stakes operation within Kenya’s opposition to identify a strong candidate who can topple President William Ruto in the 2027 general election.

A core team of technocrats, legal minds and political strategists is evaluating possible flagbearers using a rigorous matrix that considers voter mobilisation capacity, regional influence, national appeal, political experience and projected voter contribution.

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