Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua visited Kajiado Central to court support from the Maa community, as local leaders announced a declaration aimed at strengthening regional unity (peopledaily.digital). The visit comes amid growing political tensions ahead of upcoming elections.
Gachagua, leader of the Democratic Congress party, urged the Maasai community to shift their support from Raila Odinga to him, promising to restore land rights and address grievances (tuko.co.ke). He acknowledged being misled by President William Ruto’s agenda, a claim that has fueled criticism from his rivals.
The Maa leaders’ declaration highlights the community’s growing influence in regional politics. Gachagua’s campaign focuses on reconnecting with ethnic groups, a strategy seen as crucial in a fragmented political landscape.
His appeal underscores the shifting alliances in Kenya’s political arena, with ethnic mobilization playing a key role in shaping electoral outcomes.
