Wiper Party officials, including Kitui Senator Enock Wambua and Wundanyi MP Danson Mwashako, visited former Public Service CS Aisha Jumwa in Malindi on August 2, 2026. Their goal was to secure her support for Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as the united opposition’s presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections.
Speaking at Ebenezer Church in Kisumu Ndogo, Malindi, the delegation emphasized Kalonzo’s capability to lead a coalition that can challenge President William Ruto. Senator Wambua highlighted Jumwa’s intimate knowledge of the current administration as a strategic asset for the opposition.
Key points from the meeting include:
- Wambua praised Jumwa’s bold decision to leave the ruling UDA party, encouraging others to follow her lead.
- Jumwa confirmed multiple political delegations have engaged her since her exit from UDA on July 30, citing frustrations and lack of support for her Kilifi gubernatorial ambitions.
- She plans to announce her political future after consultations with various parties, aiming to transform leadership in Kilifi County.
- Mwashako, also a gubernatorial hopeful in Taita Taveta, urged Kenyans to back Kalonzo for president, stressing the importance of uniting opposition forces.
- Malindi Town Ward representative Rashid Odhiambo called for swift agreement on a united opposition candidate to effectively challenge the incumbent.
Jumwa’s departure from UDA was marked by claims of humiliation and being sidelined during her bid for Kilifi governor. She revealed that her grievances were ignored by President Ruto and recounted an incident where she was reportedly asked to leave a State House meeting with Coast leaders.
