NAIROBI, Kenya- In a stunning political development, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and NARC Kenya Party Leader Martha Karua have set aside their long-standing political differences to forge an alliance aimed at what they term as “reclaiming Kenya.”
This unexpected partnership was announced during a meeting at Karua’s maternal home in Kirinyaga County, with several leaders aligned with Gachagua in attendance.
This alliance signals a seismic shift in Kenya’s political landscape, with significant implications for President William Ruto’s administration, especially in the vote-rich Mount Kenya region, which played a pivotal role in his election.
Gachagua’s fallout with Ruto following his impeachment has already sparked speculation about the stability of Ruto’s political base.
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Now, his collaboration with Karua, a celebrated champion of democracy and governance, poses an even greater threat to the presidency.
During the meeting, Gachagua painted a bleak picture of Kenya under Ruto’s leadership, criticizing the government’s handling of economic issues and corruption.
In his fiery address, Gachagua described the country as being on a “downward trend,” lamenting the plight of ordinary Kenyans who are grappling with economic hardships.
“The payslip holders are crying. There is a lot of intolerance and repression,” he said.
“It calls upon great men and women to rise up and liberate this country. We all know where we are as a country, and if we don’t act, there will be no country left.”
Acknowledging Karua’s legacy as a steadfast defender of human rights and democracy, Gachagua expressed optimism about their collaboration, despite their history as political adversaries.
“Many people thought we could never come together,” he said. “But where we are as a country, we don’t have a choice. All of us must come together.”
Karua, known as the “Iron Lady” for her resolute stance on governance issues, echoed Gachagua’s sentiments.
She decried the state of the nation under Ruto’s leadership, accusing the government of repression and unconstitutional actions.
“The William Ruto regime is abducting mainly our youth, the best of us. Those expected to transform our society are being kept in illegal detention,” she stated.
“We really need economic, social, and political freedom. This regime must be held accountable.”
The unity of Gachagua and Karua sends a strong signal to President Ruto.
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua arrives for a meeting with Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua at her home in Kirinyaga
Both leaders wield considerable influence in Mount Kenya—a region that overwhelmingly backed Ruto in the last election.
Gachagua, once a staunch ally of the president, now leads an effort to consolidate opposition against him.
Meanwhile, Karua’s track record as a reformist bolsters the alliance’s credibility among voters who are disillusioned with the current administration.
“We have agreed, going forward, we are going to work together with other like-minded Kenyans,” Gachagua declared.
“We are not scared, and we cannot be intimidated. If we buy fear, this country will be in a quagmire.”
Karua added that their alliance is a rallying call to the nation.
“When people who are determined to oppress regroup, people who are determined to liberate the country must also regroup. We must push back and liberate our country,” she said.
