NAIROBI, Kenya- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on the current administration, declaring that Kenya’s future will be determined at the ballot in the 2027 General Election.
In a statement, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader said Kenyans are increasingly frustrated by what he described as failing systems in governance, healthcare, education, and security.
Gachagua argued that the country is at a crossroads, framing the 2027 election as a decisive moment for the nation’s future.
“Kenya deserves better governance, security, education, healthcare and the promise of a better future,” he said.
Speaking after engaging residents in Kimana, Kajiado County, the former deputy president claimed that ordinary citizens across the country are grappling with economic strain and uncertainty.
He pointed to concerns among salaried workers over increased deductions, patients struggling with medical costs, and students facing uncertainty over school fees.
Farmers and investors, he added, are also feeling the pressure amid what he termed as inconsistent policies and insecurity.
Gachagua further accused unnamed powerful individuals of benefiting from alleged mismanagement and exploitation of public resources, warning that such practices risk undermining national stability.
“The battle to save our nation will be decided by the soul of patriotic Kenyans against a handful who have chosen self-interest over public good,” he said.
The DCP leader also criticised what he described as declining public confidence in key institutions, including healthcare systems and security agencies, claiming that many Kenyans feel unsafe and economically squeezed.
He pledged that, should his side take power in 2027, his administration would prioritise restoring essential services, strengthening the rule of law, and protecting national assets.
“Kenyans will get back their education, healthcare, social security, media freedom, and a productive agricultural sector,” he added.
The remarks come amid growing political activity as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the next general election scheduled for August 2027.
While Gachagua’s allies have continued to push a reform-focused narrative, critics argue that campaign rhetoric risks deepening political divisions if not matched with clear policy proposals.
Even so, his latest statement underscores an intensifying political contest, with the 2027 race shaping up as a high-stakes battle over Kenya’s governance and economic direction.
