Gachagua’s home MP Wamumbi dismisses one-party narrative in Mt Kenya
Mathira Member of Parliament Eric Wamumbi has dismissed efforts to portray Mt Kenya as the preserve of a single political party, saying voters are likely to judge leaders largely by their record rather than party affiliation. Speaking on K24 TV on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Wamumbi said the region has several political parties and should […]
Eric Wamumbi, Member of Parliament for Mathira, has refuted claims that Mt Kenya is dominated by a single political party, asserting that voters will likely judge leaders based on their performance rather than party allegiance. Speaking on K24 TV on August 26, 2026, Wamumbi highlighted the presence of various parties in the region, including the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), Ndindi Nyoro’s People’s Party, Mwangi Kiunjuri’s The Service Party (TSP), and Jubilee.
He emphasized the region’s adherence to Kenya’s multi-party democracy, acknowledging the existence of multiple political formations. Wamumbi criticized DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua for inconsistent messaging, particularly regarding political zoning. He noted Gachagua’s contradictory statements, such as rejecting zoning while simultaneously presenting Mt Kenya as a single-party region.
Wamumbi questioned the audience’s reaction to Gachagua’s remarks, expressing skepticism about his support for a single-party system. He also pointed out Gachagua’s political activities in Ukambani, where he collaborates with Kalonzo Musyoka to bolster support for his party. Wamumbi stressed that the presence of multiple parties should not be viewed as a problem in Mt Kenya, advocating for a multi-party democratic environment.
He urged the political discourse to shift from party labels to leaders’ performance, emphasizing that voters should evaluate leaders based on their impact on the people, regardless of party affiliation. When asked about the role of political parties in the upcoming 2027 General Election, Wamumbi acknowledged their influence but emphasized that it would not be definitive, primarily influenced by the leaders’ performance.
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