Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Thursday kicked off a two-day “Ukombozi Tour” of Migori and Homa Bay counties, seeking to consolidate support in traditional opposition strongholds ahead of the 2027 General Election. Peopledaily
Accompanied by allies including former Attorney General Justin Muturi (Democratic Party), DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa, Nyali MP Mohamed Ali, and Wiper officials, Kalonzo arrived in Kisumu earlier in the day before heading into South Nyanza. The tour forms part of opposition efforts to challenge President William Ruto and build a broader alliance. The-star
The scheduled Migori stops included Ntimaru in Kuria at noon, Kehancha at 2 p.m., and the main engagement at Posta Grounds in Migori town at 4 p.m. On Friday the team is due to visit the Tom Mboya Mausoleum, Oyugis, and Kendu Bay in Homa Bay. Peopledaily
En route to Migori, residents of Ndhiwa in Homa Bay stopped the convoy for an impromptu rally. Kalonzo thanked the crowd for the warm reception, saying their spirit showed readiness for change and declaring “Ni Ukombozi Time!” X
During the Migori engagements, Kalonzo played an old audio recording of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in which Raila described him as loyal, brave, trustworthy, and “10 times better than Ruto.” Kalonzo positioned himself as a continuation of Raila’s vision, telling residents: “My agenda is to remind you of the promise of Father Raila Odinga that he left you Canaan. We will go to Canaan.” He added that seeing him was like seeing a “small version” of Raila. Supporting leaders echoed that Kalonzo best understood Raila’s ideals. Nairobileo
The tour comes as opposition figures debate a unified presidential flagbearer and after Kalonzo ruled out joining the government, insisting he will face Ruto at the ballot. Party officials framed the visits as efforts to champion constitutionalism, the rule of law, and address governance and cost-of-living concerns. The-star
Later in the day, reports emerged that the convoy faced disruption in Migori town, with vehicles pelted by stones and at least one windshield shattered. Some posts attributed the incident to local political rivals; Kalonzo and allies indicated the tour would continue. Details remained fluid as of Thursday evening. X
The Ukombozi Tour underscores intensifying competition for the Luo Nyanza vote, long viewed as pivotal in national contests. Kalonzo’s team has invited residents to turn out in large numbers as the opposition seeks to build momentum toward 2027.