Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that the longstanding political ties between the Kikuyu and Kalenjin communities cannot be severed despite political differences and individual acts of betrayal.
Gachagua said the relationship between the two communities dates back to the 1950s, when former President Daniel arap Moi visited Mzee Jomo Kenyatta during his restriction in Lodwar.
He said the historic bond had been built on mutual respect and shared aspirations, arguing that it remains strong despite changing political dynamics.
“This historical bond has been built on mutual respect and shared aspirations, and no one can sever the political ties that unite us, not even individual acts of betrayal,” Gachagua said.
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Gachagua spoke during a thanksgiving service in Mogondo Town, Emurua Dikirr Constituency, where he met his Kipsigis supporters following the recent parliamentary by-election.
He thanked residents for backing his Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) candidate, Vincent Rotich Kibet, who garnered 10,760 votes.
UDA’s David Kipsang Keter won the election with 18,266 votes.Gachagua described the DCP’s performance as impressive despite the party being less than a year old, saying the results demonstrated the growing support for the outfit.
“I sincerely thank the people of Emurua Dikirr for your unconditional love and support for the DCP Party,” he said.
He urged supporters to remain behind the party as it prepares for the 2027 General Election, promising to work with them to advance their social, political and economic interests.
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“As we move forward, my promise is that we will walk this journey together, working hand in hand for our social, political, and economic development,” Gachagua said.
His remarks come amid renewed efforts by political leaders to consolidate support across the Kikuyu and Kalenjin communities ahead of the 2027 polls.
