Activist and presidential candidate Boniface Mwangi speaking during the launch of his presidential bid/ HANDOUT
Activist Boniface Mwangi has appealed to Kenyans to financially support his presidential campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Mwangi has set up a mobile money Till Number (Buy Goods 5010215) where contributions can be made, saying transparency in fundraising is a mark of honesty in politics.
“A real presidential candidate asks for help to fund their candidature. If you meet a candidate claiming they fully funded their own campaign, they’re dishonest. Candidates always fundraise,” Mwangi said.
The activist officially launched his presidential bid on 27 August at Ufungamano House during Katiba Day celebrations, positioning himself as a fresh alternative in the race to unseat President William Ruto.
Mwangi called on fellow aspirants to work together, arguing that Kenya’s transformation requires unity rather than individual ambition.
“I believe in joining forces with like-minded Kenyans and have reached out to fellow presidential candidates about working together. It is not about me; it is about all of us,” he said.
He emphasised that his campaign is about ordinary Kenyans, not personal power, and urged the public to reflect on his 15-year record as a civic activist and defender of the Constitution.
“We have always fought for a better country, and now it is time to unveil new possibilities of building that Kenya — a Kenya that works for all of us,” he said.
Mwangi, however, ruled out partnerships with leaders he deems compromised.
“If I take this water and it is clean now, and I put a drop of urine, human waste, or cow dung, it will be contaminated. It will be a mistake for me to try to work with anyone who is contaminated,” he said, dismissing politicians he believes have failed Kenyans.
Mwangi joins a crowded race that already includes Mumias East MP Peter Salasya, former Chief Justice David Maraga, and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Maraga has promised ethical and accountable leadership, Gachagua has vowed to rally his political base, while Salasya has centred his campaign on lowering the cost of living by reducing construction material prices.
Mwangi insists his bid is people-driven and urged Kenyans to back his campaign financially and politically.
