Edwin Sifuna endorsed as Linda Mwananchi presidential candidate

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been formally endorsed as the presidential candidate for the Linda Mwananchi movement ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election. The announcement followed a leadership retreat held on September 26, 2026, which was attended by key movement figures including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.

Following the endorsement, Sifuna is expected to lead the unveiling of the political party he will use to contest the presidency in early October. There has been speculation regarding his political vehicle, with Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya suggesting Sifuna may run on the United Democratic Party (UDP) ticket.

The movement stated its intention to build coalitions with like-minded political parties that share a commitment to better governance. The group aims to position itself as a response to the current administration’s perceived failures.