Speaking during the first day of his tour of the United Kingdom, the leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) said he was deeply concerned about the rising cost of living, particularly after the latest increase in fuel prices.
Addressing members of the Kenyan diaspora in London, Gachagua urged them to use their voices and influence to help bring change in the country.
“The situation at home is unbearable, and we need you around to help us put pressure on William Ruto so that he can come to his senses if it is possible,” Gachagua said.
The former deputy president explained that he had planned several activities during his UK visit, but decided to cut some of them short because of the urgent need to return home and address the challenges facing Kenyans.
“The situation at home is unbearable, and we need you around to help us put pressure on William Ruto so that he can come to his senses if it is possible,” Gachagua said.
The former deputy president explained that he had planned several activities during his UK visit, but decided to cut some of them short because of the urgent need to return home and address the challenges facing Kenyans.
He apologized to supporters who had organized events for him, assuring them that he would return in the future to continue engaging with the diaspora community.
Gachagua said that the latest increase in diesel and petrol prices had pushed the cost of transportation and production to unsustainable levels.
Gachagua said that the latest increase in diesel and petrol prices had pushed the cost of transportation and production to unsustainable levels.
According to him, many businesses are struggling to operate, while families are finding it increasingly difficult to afford basic necessities such as food, school fees, and medical care.
“The night before I left Kenya, there were price hikes for diesel and petrol to unprecedented levels never seen in the history of independent Kenya. Everything is almost grinding to a halt. Diesel is unaffordable,” he said.
During the visit, Gachagua also used the opportunity to promote his newly launched political outfit, the Democracy for Citizens Party.
“The night before I left Kenya, there were price hikes for diesel and petrol to unprecedented levels never seen in the history of independent Kenya. Everything is almost grinding to a halt. Diesel is unaffordable,” he said.
During the visit, Gachagua also used the opportunity to promote his newly launched political outfit, the Democracy for Citizens Party.
He described DCP as a people-centered party committed to addressing the needs of ordinary Kenyans and restoring economic stability.
He said the party’s philosophy resonates strongly with Kenyans living abroad, many of whom continue to support their families back home through remittances and investments.
He said the party’s philosophy resonates strongly with Kenyans living abroad, many of whom continue to support their families back home through remittances and investments.
He praised the diaspora community for its contribution to the Kenyan economy and said their involvement in politics is essential.
“Our party’s philosophy aligns closely with the values and aspirations of the diaspora community, and I look forward to sharing our vision with them,” Gachagua stated.
As part of his promise to include the diaspora in national affairs, Gachagua said DCP would reserve nomination opportunities for Kenyans abroad in the National Assembly, Senate, and county assemblies.
“Our party’s philosophy aligns closely with the values and aspirations of the diaspora community, and I look forward to sharing our vision with them,” Gachagua stated.
As part of his promise to include the diaspora in national affairs, Gachagua said DCP would reserve nomination opportunities for Kenyans abroad in the National Assembly, Senate, and county assemblies.
He also pledged to consider qualified diaspora members for ambassadorial appointments, noting that many have valuable international experience that could benefit the country.
The UK trip comes as Gachagua continues to position himself as a major opposition figure ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The UK trip comes as Gachagua continues to position himself as a major opposition figure ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Since leaving government, he has intensified efforts to build alliances and expand his support base both within Kenya and among Kenyans abroad.
Political analysts view his outreach to the diaspora as a strategic move to tap into a community that plays a significant role in Kenya’s economy and increasingly influences national politics.
Political analysts view his outreach to the diaspora as a strategic move to tap into a community that plays a significant role in Kenya’s economy and increasingly influences national politics.
Remittances from Kenyans living abroad continue to contribute billions of shillings annually, making the diaspora a powerful constituency.
Gachagua’s message in London underscores his belief that meaningful change in Kenya will require a united effort from citizens both at home and abroad.
Gachagua’s message in London underscores his belief that meaningful change in Kenya will require a united effort from citizens both at home and abroad.
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