Waiguru urges Mt Kenya region to reject divisive politics ahead of 2027 polls

Governor Waiguru says the region has historically benefited from development by working with the government rather than remaining in opposition. 

The county boss called on leaders and residents to put aside political differences and pursue a united approach that will safeguard the region’s interests and development gains.

“We want Kirinyaga to be united, because for us, those politics of starting to promote tribalism, please people of Kirinyaga, let us completely distance ourselves from such politics,” said Waiguru. 

Similar calls have been made by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, who has urged Kenyans to embrace issue-based, constructive politics ahead of the 2027 general election. 

Addressing the congregation at Queen of All Saints Catholic Gaichanjiru Parish in Murang'a County during St. Raphael Hospital's centenary celebrations, Kindiki stressed that regional and national unity cannot be sacrificed for political expediency, particularly in vote-rich regions experiencing intensified political mobilization. 

"Let us be people to tolerate each other, even if we come from different regions. Let us not use that opportunity to disrupt the peace of our communities and the peace of the nation because politics is competition for leadership, and it is for a while," the Deputy President said.