Flexing muscles: Who'll be real Eastern region kingpin?

Eastern region Kingpins

As Kenya nears the 2027 elections, political contests are heating up in the esatern counties of Kitui, Machakos, Makueni and Tharaka Nithi.

In Kitui, former governor Charity Ngilu plans to reclaim her seat, setting up a likely face-off with Kitui Central MP Makali Mulu, whose popularity is steadily rising.

The Wiper Party’s nomination will be pivotal in this battle.

Kalonzo said he plans to rebrand the outfit to Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) in the coming days to give it national outlook and onboard the Gen Z.

In Machakos, Governor Wavinya Ndeti is facing pressure within Wiper, with reports suggesting the party may favour Mavoko MP Patrick Makau for the next gubernatorial race.

These shifts highlight the Eastern region’s growing political significance, as key figures position themselves for influence in the countdown to 2027.