KANU Plans Renewal for 2027 Elections

The former ruling party Kenya African National Union (KANU) is preparing to renew its operations in anticipation of the 2027 general elections.
According to Mt. Kenya regional chairman Njunge Mukirae, the party will commence with nationwide mass recruitment campaigns.
He mentioned that the once popular and dynamic party, which has seen a significant decline in its standing and influence, will subsequently implement a door-to-door strategy to enhance its visibility nationwide.
“Charity begins at home, so we will begin our party’s renewal initiative in the Mt.Kenya region. We aim to restore the party to its former prominence and engage the younger demographic, which constitutes the majority of the voting population,” he stated.
The chairman indicated that the recruitment effort will be facilitated by Kanu’s existing leadership network across the nation and encouraged prospective candidates for the 2027 elections to consider contesting under the Kanu banner.
“Our party is uniquely positioned with established structures throughout the country and has maintained stability amid shifting political landscapes,” he added.
Addressing the media in Kiamhu town on Tuesday, April 28, 2025, the chairman also expressed concern about the unauthorized disposal of party assets by corrupt officials.
Mukirae, who also serves as Kiambu County Kanu vice-chairman, alleged that certain unscrupulous officials are conspiring with external groups to sell off party buildings and land parcels.
He disclosed that according to a recent financial report submitted to the Registrar of Political parties, the party’s value is estimated at Kes.6 billion.
The party leader requested county governments nationwide and regional commissioners not to approve any transfers of Kanu assets without authorization from party chairman Gideon Moi.
“All party transactions, matters, and enterprises must receive approval from the party National Chairman Gideon Moi and legitimate elected representatives in each region,” the chairman emphasized.
He noted that those improperly disposing of party assets should recognize that such holdings are inventoried and therefore traceable, and advised any deceived property purchasers to seek refunds.
“We will soon commence efforts to recover misappropriated party assets, particularly office spaces, followed by refurbishment through repainting,” he mentioned.
Critics contend that some party members are exploiting the party’s diminishing popularity and power to liquidate its assets before it becomes irrelevant.