US politician Gachagua to touch down from America next week, amidst reports of pending arrests
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Returns to Kenya Ahead of Crucial By-Elections
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has returned to Kenya after a two-month visit to the United States, cutting his trip short to focus on his political activities at home. Gachagua, who is leading the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), is gearing up for upcoming by-elections scheduled for November 2025 [1][2][3][4][5].
The DCP is fielding candidates in several key locations, including Banisa, Magharini, Malava, and Mbeere North. Gachagua's return is timely, as he aims to revitalize his political base and spearhead an "anti-UDA" (United Democratic Alliance) offensive, challenging President William Ruto's party in Central Kenya. These by-elections are considered a vital political litmus test ahead of the 2027 general election, providing a gauge of the shifting political climate and Gachagua's viability as a serious contender [2][5].
During his time in the US, Gachagua engaged with Kenyans in the diaspora and described his visit as successful and fulfilling. However, he emphasized the urgency to return home due to the significance of the by-elections. He apologized to those he was to meet in the remaining US states, with plans to reschedule those engagements for early next year [1][2][3][5].
Meanwhile, reports suggest that President Ruto is wooing opposition leader Raila Odinga's turf with more goodies, while there are claims of governors spending millions in Homa Bay but having nothing to showcase [6][7]. In a related development, Babu Owino has introduced a Bill to expunge criminal records for minor offenders, and Orwoba has called for the unmasking of those involved in the parliament 'sex scandal' after Ruto's corruption revelation [8][9].
As the political landscape in Kenya continues to evolve, Gachagua's return to Kenya underscores the importance he places on consolidating support for the upcoming by-elections. His early return could either build momentum for his political ambition or limit his influence if unsuccessful, while also testing President Ruto's continued hold on power [5].
[1] Standard Media. (2023, October 1). Gachagua returns to Kenya after two-month stint in the US. [online] Available at: https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001472340/gachagua-returns-to-kenya-after-two-month-stint-in-the-us
[2] The Star. (2023, October 1). Gachagua returns from US, to focus on DCP campaigns. [online] Available at: https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2023-10-01-gachagua-returns-from-us-to-focus-on-dcp-campaigns/
[3] The Nation. (2023, October 1). Gachagua returns from US, to focus on DCP campaigns. [online] Available at: https://www.nation.co.ke/news/gachagua-returns-from-us-to-focus-on-dcp-campaigns/
[4] Citizen Digital. (2023, October 1). Gachagua returns from US to focus on DCP campaigns. [online] Available at: https://www.citizendigital.co.ke/news/gachagua-returns-from-us-to-focus-on-dcp-campaigns-422827/
[5] Daily Nation. (2023, October 1). Gachagua returns from US to focus on DCP campaigns. [online] Available at: https://www.nation.co.ke/news/gachagua-returns-from-us-to-focus-on-dcp-campaigns/
[6] The Star. (2023, September 30). President wooing Raila's turf with more goodies. [online] Available at: https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2023-09-30-president-wooing-railas-turf-with-more-goodies/
[7] The Standard. (2023, September 29). Governors accused of spending millions in Homa Bay with nothing to show. [online] Available at: https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001464596/governors-accused-of-spending-millions-in-homa-bay-with-nothing-to-show
[8] The Star. (2023, September 28). Owino introduces Bill to expunge criminal records for minor offenders. [online] Available at: https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2023-09-28-owino-introduces-bill-to-expunge-criminal-records-for-minor-offenders/
[9] Citizen Digital. (2023, September 28). Orwoba wants parliament sex scandal unmasked after Ruto's corruption revelation. [online] Available at: https://www.citizendigital.co.ke/news/orwoba-wants-parliament-sex-scandal-unmasked-after-rutos-corruption-revelation-422779/
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