Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has drawn a striking parallel between the ongoing disputes within Kenya's ruling coalition and the tragic sinking of the Titanic. In a social media post, Kuria portrayed the coalition as a ship already struck by an iceberg, with water flooding in and passengers bracing for disaster.
He criticized key factions for ignoring the severity of the political turmoil, likening some leaders to a band that keeps playing music despite the imminent catastrophe, while others bicker over trivial matters such as seating arrangements.
Kuria’s metaphor highlights:
- The ruling coalition's failure to acknowledge the growing political crisis.
- Intense infighting over power and positions within the coalition.
- Leaders prioritizing internal rivalries over governance and public concerns.
Political analysts interpret Kuria’s reference to "quarrelling wives" as a critique of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) factions, currently engaged in jockeying for Cabinet seats and strategic roles ahead of the 2027 elections.
Recent tensions include ODM's firm stance on retaining the deputy presidential slot and demanding equal government share in any coalition deal with UDA. During a Turkana delegates meeting, ODM Deputy Party Leader Simba Arati reaffirmed the party's intention to field its own candidate for the deputy presidency, citing capable party leaders ready to serve.
Kuria’s commentary underscores the widening cracks within the ruling alliance and raises questions about its readiness to address mounting political and public challenges.
