The move is expected to strengthen the ruling party's presence in Makueni County as it intensifies preparations for the 2027 General Election.
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Kaloki formally announced his defection during a meeting held at State House in Nairobi on Friday, July 17, 2026. The meeting brought together President William Ruto and a delegation of leaders from Makueni County led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse.
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Kaloki formally announced his defection during a meeting held at State House in Nairobi on Friday, July 17, 2026. The meeting brought together President William Ruto and a delegation of leaders from Makueni County led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse.
His decision marks a major shift in the county's political landscape, where the Wiper Party has traditionally enjoyed strong support.
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During the event, Kaloki also confirmed that he will contest the Makueni governor's seat on a UDA ticket in the 2027 elections. His entry into the race is expected to reshape the gubernatorial contest by introducing a strong challenger backed by the ruling party.
In addition, Dr. Andrew Mulwa Mutava declared his intention to vie for the Makueni Senate seat under the UDA banner, further demonstrating the party's growing ambitions in the region.
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Kaloki's decision to join UDA is regarded as a strategic boost for the party, which has been seeking to expand its influence across the Ukambani region. With years of political experience and an established support base, he is expected to help strengthen UDA's grassroots structures and mobilise support ahead of the next general election.
Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has consistently expressed confidence that UDA will become the dominant political force in Makueni after the 2027 polls. He has maintained that the party is targeting victory in more than three-quarters of the county's elective positions, a goal that Kaloki's defection could help advance.
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For the Wiper Party and its leader Kalonzo Musyoka, the loss of such a prominent political figure presents a fresh challenge as they seek to retain their traditional support base. As political alignments continue to shift ahead of the 2027 elections, competition between UDA and Wiper in Makueni is expected to become increasingly intense, with both parties positioning themselves for a closely watched electoral battle.
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Source: Information based on statements made during the State House meeting and subsequent public announcements.
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During the event, Kaloki also confirmed that he will contest the Makueni governor's seat on a UDA ticket in the 2027 elections. His entry into the race is expected to reshape the gubernatorial contest by introducing a strong challenger backed by the ruling party.
In addition, Dr. Andrew Mulwa Mutava declared his intention to vie for the Makueni Senate seat under the UDA banner, further demonstrating the party's growing ambitions in the region.
Also Read: How political realignments are influencing county races ahead of the 2027 elections.
Kaloki's decision to join UDA is regarded as a strategic boost for the party, which has been seeking to expand its influence across the Ukambani region. With years of political experience and an established support base, he is expected to help strengthen UDA's grassroots structures and mobilise support ahead of the next general election.
Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has consistently expressed confidence that UDA will become the dominant political force in Makueni after the 2027 polls. He has maintained that the party is targeting victory in more than three-quarters of the county's elective positions, a goal that Kaloki's defection could help advance.
Related Article: Latest opinion polls and political movements ahead of the 2027 General Election.
For the Wiper Party and its leader Kalonzo Musyoka, the loss of such a prominent political figure presents a fresh challenge as they seek to retain their traditional support base. As political alignments continue to shift ahead of the 2027 elections, competition between UDA and Wiper in Makueni is expected to become increasingly intense, with both parties positioning themselves for a closely watched electoral battle.
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Source: Information based on statements made during the State House meeting and subsequent public announcements.
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