Former Trade Minister and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General Mukhisa Kituyi has officially joined the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi political outfit, marking a major shift in opposition realignments ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna welcomed Kituyi during a Wednesday morning meeting at his office, accompanied by fellow senators Boni Khalwale and Godfrey Osotsi. Sifuna framed the veteran diplomat’s entry as a major boost for the movement as it builds a nationwide political presence. “Humbled to receive Hon Mukhisa Kituyi at the office this morning in the company of my Senate colleagues Sen Khalwale and Osotsi. Hon Kituyi will be a great addition to the Linda Mwananchi team! Karibu Omwami,” Sifuna said. A Veteran Diplomat Reinforces the Movement Kituyi’s arrival injects extensive national governance and international diplomacy into Linda Mwananchi as Sifuna and his allies expand their footprint across the country. The former Kimilili MP has taken a prominent role in opposition politics over recent months, working to consolidate rival political groups. In August, he assumed the role of spokesperson for the United Opposition, calling on leaders to unite and present a clear alternative vision for the nation. Kituyi brings a decades-long career across research, public policy, and global leadership. Befor...
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