Nairobi: Leaders in the National Assembly and Senate have intensified calls for early pre-election talks between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ahead of the 2027 General Election. Minority Leader in the National Assembly Junet Mohamed and Majority Leader in the Senate Aaron Cheruiyot emphasized that early engagement between the two parties would help shape a stable political alliance capable of forming the next government.
According to Kenya News Agency, Junet Mohamed, speaking during a fundraising event to support the construction of classrooms at Midoti Senior Secondary School in Suna East Constituency, stated that the 2027 election was fast approaching, making it necessary for political parties to initiate talks in good time. Junet, who is also the Suna East Member of Parliament, noted that although the agreement forming the Broad-Based Government was expected to run until 2027, there was a need to begin fresh negotiations that would position ODM strategically in the next electoral cycle.
Junet emphasized, “ODM was not formed to remain in the opposition forever. Every political party is established to capture power or be part of a coalition that forms a government.” He added that early talks would allow parties to agree on shared priorities, avoid last-minute disagreements, and give voters clarity on the political direction of the country.
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot echoed these sentiments, stating that engaging ODM early would provide the ruling party ample time to negotiate and consolidate support ahead of the next general election. The Kericho Senator affirmed UDA’s commitment to engaging like-minded political parties and stressed that the party would not be distracted from pursuing political arrangements that promote national unity and stability.
Cheruiyot further expressed confidence in the Nyanza region’s support for President William Ruto in the 2027 elections, citing ongoing development projects and inclusive governance under the Broad-Based Government.
In addition to political discussions, the two leaders addressed the ongoing privatization of selected government parastatals and the proposed offloading of the government’s 15 percent shareholding in Safaricom. They explained that the move aimed to raise funds for development while easing pressure on taxpayers, adding that privatization would improve efficiency and service delivery in key sectors of the economy.
The leaders emphasized the government’s focus on implementing alternative financing mechanisms to spur economic growth without introducing new taxes or overburdening Kenyans. The event was attended by local leaders, education stakeholders, and residents, who welcomed the initiative to expand infrastructure at the school to accommodate the growing student population.
