Mt Kenya parties plot common front ahead of 2027 polls
Political parties from the Mt Kenya region are organizing a consultative forum to consolidate their political influence ahead of the 2027 elections. The meeting aims to align various parties on a common agenda regarding development and national representation.
Why it matters
Consolidation of regional blocs is a critical factor in Kenyan national politics, as it significantly influences coalition building and presidential election outcomes.
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua and Jimi Wanjigi of Safina Party at a recent meeting /HANDOUT
About 30 political parties from Mt Kenya are expected to converge this weekend in a fresh push to consolidate their political strength and champion the interests of the region ahead of the election.
The meeting comes amid growing efforts by leaders and political parties to forge a common regional position as the political realignment gathers momentum.
The Saturday meeting will bring together representatives from various parties to deliberate on their political direction and explore possible areas of cooperation.
In an invitation seen by the Star, the conveners have billed it as a consultative forum to enable the region to forge a common front.
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