President William Ruto visited Ukambani and praised opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka, calling him “my friend.” During the visit, Ruto emphasized his administration’s commitment to development projects regardless of political affiliations. The trip included the commissioning of a KSh1.7 billion water project in Machakos.
Ruto’s tour aimed to strengthen ties with Ukambani voters ahead of the 2027 elections. His administration is positioning itself to compete with Kalonzo’s Wiper Patriotic Front. Ruto dismissed claims that the region’s alignment with Kalonzo would exclude it from development initiatives. He stressed that all residents would benefit from government projects.
Ukambani has been a key political battleground. Ruto’s visit follows growing tensions between his party and Kalonzo’s faction. The water project is part of broader efforts to improve infrastructure and public services in the region. Ruto’s public praise for Kalonzo reflects a strategic move to appeal to a wider electorate. The visit underscores the political significance of Ukambani in the upcoming elections.
