Kanini Kega Defects from Jubilee to Gachagua’s DCP
Politics Updated: 04 February 2026 16:06 EAT
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua and EALA MP Kanini Mega during the installation as member of DCP Party
East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Kanini Kega has officially defected from the Jubilee Party to the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), a political outfit associated with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
The move was confirmed on Tuesday, marking another significant realignment in Kenya’s political landscape as leaders position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kega’s defection adds momentum to the growing influence of the DCP.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua welcomed Kega to the party, describing his entry as a boost to the DCP’s vision of inclusive and citizen-centred leadership. Gachagua has been actively courting leaders from across the political divide to strengthen the party’s national outlook.
The Democracy for the Citizens Party has been steadily branding itself as an alternative political platform, promising issue-based politics, inclusivity, and grassroots empowerment. Since its formation, the party has attracted several high-profile politicians.
Kega’s departure from Jubilee comes at a time when the party continues to grapple with internal challenges and shifting loyalties among its members. Jubilee has in recent months lost several leaders to emerging and rebranded political parties.
Political observers view Kega’s move as part of a broader trend of defections as politicians reassess their political futures. Such shifts are expected to intensify as the country edges closer to the next election cycle.
With the 2027 polls drawing nearer, Kega’s defection is likely to spark fresh debates on party strength, regional influence, and the evolving alliances that will shape Kenya’s political contest.
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