PREMIUM Why Wundanyi MP Mwashako is at the centre of Coast political supremacy Kenya Kwanza leaders have shifted their attention to Taita Taveta where Mwashako enjoys considerable political influence. Politics Just now

At first glance, the sustained campaign by leaders allied to President William Ruto to persuade Mr Mwashako to abandon the opposition-linked Linda Mwananchi movement appears to be about winning over one MP.

PREMIUM Joho brothers: The making of a new dynasty The Joho brothers have consolidated Coast support, shaped regional alliances and established themselves as major political influencers on the national stage PREMIUM Governor Mwadime, predecessor Samboja mend fences after years of bad blood The two leaders have been at loggerheads since the heated 2022 gubernatorial campaigns.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula July 24, 2026 joined local leaders in urging Taita Taveta residents to support President Ruto's re-election, while Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot said the President had instructed Kenya Kwanza leaders to intensify political mobilisation in the county.