NAIROBI, Kenya —DAP‑K party leader Eugene Wamalwa has indicated he is ready to work with fellow Western Kenya political leaders to strengthen regional unity and political coordination ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Wamalwa said his focus is on building collaboration among the remaining politically active parties in the region, particularly DAP‑K and FORD‑Kenya.
“In this region, we have four parties, and when we look at the situation closely, some parties are being dissolved. We were given a challenge by the two remaining parties, DAP and FORD Kenya,” Wamalwa said.
The former Cabinet Secretary stressed the importance of unity among leaders across the region to ensure that Western Kenya’s political interests and development priorities are effectively championed.
“We were advised to come together as leaders so we plan our future as the Luhya leaders. I am ready to do that,” he said.
Eugene Wamalwa speaks of teaming up with Wetang’ula, Mudavadi and all Western leaders ahead of 2027
Talks With Key Regional Figures
Wamalwa’s overture comes as he plans to engage high‑profile Western Kenya political figures including:
- Moses Wetang’ula, Speaker of the National Assembly and leader of FORD‑Kenya;
- Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and leader of Amani National Congress (ANC), which was recently reinstated through court processes;
- Wycliffe Oparanya, Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs and a senior figure within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
Wamalwa emphasised that cooperation with these leaders is meant to fortify the region’s political position and enable strategic planning for the future, rather than merely positioning for individual personal gain.
Division and Realignment in Western Politics
The latest developments reflect evolving political realignments in Western Kenya.
Over recent months, leaders such as Wetang’ula and Mudavadi have been pursuing stronger alliances within the region, often in support of President William Ruto’s re‑election bid.
Wetang’ula recently announced efforts to renew political cooperation with Mudavadi and Oparanya, aiming to consolidate Luhya support behind Ruto.
Wetang’ula extended a direct invitation to Wamalwa to join their bloc, arguing that unity would strengthen the region’s bargaining power and influence. “
The door is open … so that we can build a huge team so that we can bargain harder and better,” Wetangula said.
Wamalwa, who is currently part of the united opposition, has been vocal in his critique of some government policies.
