The Equitable Party, founded by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, reported over one million members within 24 hours of its launch. The party attributed the surge to Kenyans who left other political parties to join its ranks. The membership growth comes as the party begins establishing its organizational structure.
The party’s rapid expansion is seen as a strategic move ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna’s team emphasized that the new members are former supporters of other parties. The party is now focusing on building its internal systems and campaign infrastructure.
This development follows recent political shifts in Kenya. Sifuna, a prominent figure in Nairobi politics, has been active in forming alliances and promoting new political initiatives. The renaming of the party to the Linda Mwananchi Movement was announced by Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, signaling a potential rebranding strategy. The move is part of broader efforts to strengthen political presence ahead of the next election cycle.
