The Jubilee Party has appointed an inter-party committee to engage fellow opposition political outfits on possible cooperation and coalition-building ahead of the 2027 General Election. This move is aimed at strengthening unity among opposition parties. The committee was approved by the party's National Executive Committee (NEC) during a meeting held on October 27, 2026.
The committee, chaired by former Murang'a Senator Kembi Gitura, will spearhead engagements with like-minded political parties and coalitions. Gitura will be joined by Jubilee National Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta and Janet Ong'era, who will serve as members of the committee. The team will review and propose any amendments to the draft Deed of Agreement for The Ukombozi Alliance (TUA).
The Jubilee Party's NEC, chaired by party leader and presidential candidate Dr. Fred Matiang'i, reaffirmed the party's commitment to constructive dialogue, cooperation, and the pursuit of a common agenda for the transformation of Kenya. The party believes that building consensus and strengthening unity among opposition parties will be essential in preparations for the 2027 General Election.
The committee is expected to submit its recommendations to the NEC for consideration and further direction. This move is seen as a strategic effort by the Jubilee Party to work with other opposition formations and increase its chances in the upcoming polls. The party is yet to announce its official strategy for the 2027 General Election.
In a separate resolution, the NEC approved the appointment of Lucy Naisaiae Kashu as interim chairperson of the party's Women's Caucus. Madina Yunis Mahat was also appointed interim Deputy National Organising Secretary to fill vacant party positions in an acting capacity. These appointments aim to strengthen the party's organisational structure.
The Jubilee Party's move to form an inter-party committee comes as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election. The party is seeking to work with other opposition outfits to increase its chances of winning the polls. The committee's engagements with like-minded parties are expected to be crucial in shaping the party's strategy for the upcoming election.
The formation of the inter-party committee is a significant development in Kenya's politics, particularly in the opposition space. The committee's success will depend on its ability to build consensus and strengthen unity among opposition parties. The 2027 General Election is expected to be highly competitive, and the Jubilee Party's efforts to work with other opposition formations will be closely watched.
Key points
- The Jubilee Party has appointed an inter-party committee to engage fellow opposition political outfits on possible cooperation and coalition-building ahead of the 2027 General Election.
- The committee, chaired by Kembi Gitura, will review and propose any amendments to the draft Deed of Agreement for The Ukombozi Alliance (TUA).
- The Jubilee Party's NEC reaffirmed the party's commitment to constructive dialogue, cooperation, and the pursuit of a common agenda for the transformation of Kenya.
