Kenya has experienced ever-shifting political landscape over decades and again a new chapter unfolds as former President Uhuru Kenyatta steps in to mend the fraying ties within the Azimio la Umoja coalition.

This move comes at a critical time when the alliance’s future hangs in the balance, particularly after Raila Odinga’s surprising decision to initiate talks with President William Ruto. These talks led to the formation of a broad-based government, a move that has left some of Raila’s closest allies, notably Kalonzo Musyoka, feeling betrayed and sidelined.

Raila Odinga’s decision to engage with President Ruto sparked widespread unrest, especially among the youth, leading to the Gen Z protests that shook the nation. The unrest forced Odinga to rethink his political strategy, culminating in an agreement that saw several of his key allies appointed to high-ranking positions within Ruto’s government. While this move may have been seen as a pragmatic step towards stability, it also left deep cracks within the Azimio coalition.

Kalonzo Musyoka:The Man in the Wilderness

At the center of this political storm is Kalonzo Musyoka, Raila’s long-time ally and former running mate. For years, Kalonzo has played the role of the “political gentleman,” always standing by Raila’s side, even when it meant putting his own presidential ambitions on hold. But with Raila’s recent maneuvers, Kalonzo finds himself back in the political wilderness, grappling with the reality that his 2027 presidential dreams may be slipping further out of reach.

The situation has left Kalonzo in a precarious position. As Raila’s key allies take up powerful positions in government, Kalonzo and other Azimio stalwarts have been left out in the cold, watching from the sidelines as the coalition they helped build appears to be unraveling.

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Uhuru Kenyatta’s Intervention

Sensing the growing discontent and the potential collapse of the Azimio coalition, former President Uhuru Kenyatta has decided to step in. Known for his role as a unifying figure within the coalition, Uhuru is now spearheading efforts to bring Raila and Kalonzo back together. Sources close to the former president suggest that he is planning to convene a high-level Azimio meeting in the coming days, aimed at mending the rift and ensuring that the coalition remains a formidable force in Kenyan politics.

Uhuru’s intervention is seen as a last-ditch effort to prevent the coalition from disintegrating completely. For Kalonzo, this meeting could be his last hope of salvaging his political career and reigniting his presidential ambitions.

As the political drama unfolds, the question on everyone’s mind is whether the Azimio coalition can survive this latest crisis. With Raila now firmly entrenched within Ruto’s government and Kalonzo on the outside looking in, the future of the coalition is uncertain. Uhuru’s efforts to reunite the two leaders will undoubtedly face significant challenges, not least of which is rebuilding the trust that has been shattered by recent events.

For Kalonzo, the stakes couldn’t be higher. His political future hangs in the balance, and whether he can reclaim his place in the Azimio coalition or if he will remain in the political wilderness is a question that only time will answer. As the former allies prepare to face off in what could be the most pivotal meeting of their political careers, all eyes will be on Uhuru Kenyatta and his ability to broker a deal that could save the coalition—and Kalonzo’s political future.

The coming days will be crucial for the Azimio la Umoja coalition and the broader political landscape in Kenya. With Uhuru Kenyatta’s intervention, there is still hop for reconciliation, but the road ahead is frau key player in Kenyan politics remains to be seen.