Kenya's Political Parties Disputes Tribunal lifts Ukombozi Alliance registration ban

The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) has discharged previous orders that suspended the registration process for the Ukombozi Alliance (TUA). The decision, announced on Thursday, October 29, 2026, removes the legal hurdles preventing the coalition from completing its registration.

The Ukombozi Alliance is intended to replace the Azimio One Kenya Coalition and is associated with Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka. The registration had been blocked following a dispute in which a rival petitioner claimed prior rights to the name through the Ukombozi Peoples Party. Additionally, the Registrar of Political Parties had previously noted that another applicant had reserved the name on July 20, 2026.

With the tribunal's orders now discharged, the Registrar of Political Parties is permitted to proceed with the remaining legal steps to finalize the alliance's registration. This development is seen as a significant move for the opposition ahead of the 2027 elections.