Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has confirmed that the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has ratified its 2026 Plan of Action, with structured engagement with former President Uhuru Kenyatta emerging as one of the key political strategies ahead of the 2027 general election.
The plan was adopted following a three-day leadership retreat held in Mombasa, bringing together party legislators and senior officials to map out DCP’s political and organisational direction.
Speaking after the meeting, Gachagua said the roadmap outlines how the party will conduct its activities in 2026 as it positions itself for broader opposition cooperation in the run-up to the next election.
“After a three-day retreat with like-minded legislators, we have ratified the Plan of Action for the year,” Gachagua said, adding that the party would now shift from planning to implementation.
Sources familiar with the discussions said the plan prioritises outreach to key opposition figures, including former President Uhuru Kenyatta, as part of efforts to build a unified front capable of challenging the ruling coalition in 2027.
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As part of the rollout, Gachagua appointed Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala to oversee the implementation of the action plan on behalf of the party.
“I have tasked Senator Cleophas Malala to spearhead the implementation of this action on behalf of the party,” he said, noting that leadership coordination would be central to strengthening DCP’s national presence.
While no formal political alliance was announced at the retreat, Gachagua has in recent months publicly underscored the importance of cooperation among opposition leaders, including Uhuru, describing unity as critical to electoral success.
Political analysts say the ratification of the plan signals DCP’s intent to consolidate its structures while actively courting influential political players as it prepares for national competition.
— By Mark Simitia
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