Orengo to unveil party as fallout within Linda Mwananchi deepens
Siaya Governor James Orengo is planning to launch his own political party, signaling further fragmentation within the Linda Mwananchi movement ahead of the 2027 elections. This move follows similar actions by other opposition figures, highlighting deep divisions and uncertainty regarding the movement's future leadership.
Why it matters
The splintering of opposition political vehicles suggests a volatile political landscape in Kenya as leaders jockey for position ahead of the next general election.
Siaya Governor James Orengo / FILE Siaya Governor James Orengo is set to unveil his own political party as divisions within Linda Mwananchi deepen ahead of next year's general elections.
Orengo has emerged as the latest senior opposition figure preparing to launch a political outfit, just days before Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna unveils his own party amid uncertainty over the movement’s political future.
The Star has established that Orengo is preparing to unveil the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), an outfit previously associated with former prime minister Raila Odinga.
Some sources, however, said the name could change but confirmed that the governor had acquired a political vehicle that he intends to use ahead of the 2027 elections.
The development comes barely two days before Sifuna is expected to unveil his own outfit, further exposing the political uncertainty surrounding Linda Mwananchi.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in