Uhuru: Kenyans will decide who to elect in 2027

Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta urged political leaders to seek votes through honorable means and emphasized that Kenyans alone will decide their leaders in the 2027 election. During a memorial service for former Vice-President Michael Kijana Wamalwa, Uhuru, who previously served as president from 2013 to 2022, advised politicians to approach voters humbly rather than believe they are entitled to their support.

He recounted his own electoral journey, noting that he lost the 2002 presidential election before winning the presidency in 2013. Uhuru stressed the importance of Kenyans deciding their preferred leaders without political interference, stating, "Hii nafasi sasa ni ya wengine. Na Wakenya wenyewe ndio wataamua ni nani." As political activity and alliances intensify ahead of the 2027 election, Uhuru cautioned against divisions among politicians, urging them to work together and respect one another.

He urged Kenyans to avoid allowing political differences to divide them as the country approaches the upcoming election, emphasizing unity and cooperation. Uhuru also clarified that his political ambitions should not be seen as interference in politics and that he would not seek any elective office again, stating, "Na watu wasiseme ya kwamba yale ambayo nasema mimi naingilia siasa."

He concluded by thanking Kenyans for the opportunity to serve and expressed confidence that the country would elect its future leadership through the choices of voters.