Petitioner wants court to compel Sifuna, Linda Mwananchi to account for funds raised through paybill
A petitioner has filed an application seeking orders compelling Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi to account for funds contributed by citizens to support the Linda Mwananchi project. Alan Masakhalia, who contributed Ksh55, also wants the court to order Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi to disclose all expenditure incurred from the said funds. “An order […]
A Nairobi resident has filed a constitutional petition at the High Court, demanding that Senator Edwin Sifuna account for millions of shillings raised through his political movement, Linda Mwananchi. Alan Masakhalia, the petitioner, argues that the funds could be misused if Sifuna decides to abandon his presidential ambitions. The funds were raised via M-Pesa through a Paybill number, with Masakhalia contributing Sh55, believing the money would support Sifuna's potential 2027 presidential bid.
The petition, filed on September 16, 2026, seeks to determine whether Kenyans who contributed to the campaign have the right to accountability, transparency, and proper use of the funds. Masakhalia is also seeking an order to prevent Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi from disposing of, transferring, or diverting the funds.
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