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Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has officially rebranded his party to Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF), signaling a major shift in strategy ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The announcement was made during the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Thursday, where Kalonzo unveiled the new name and vision aimed at revitalizing the party’s national image and deepening its grassroots influence.
The new name is part of a broader reorganization effort that Kalonzo described as “a bold step towards reclaiming patriotism, integrity, and people-first leadership.”“This is not just a name change—it’s a declaration of a new political era.
Wiper Patriotic Front will carry the torch of national unity, justice, and genuine service to the people of Kenya,” Kalonzo said during the press briefing.
The move has ignited political debate across the country, with analysts interpreting it as Kalonzo’s clearest indication yet that he intends to mount a serious presidential bid in 2027.
By dropping the older “Wiper Democratic Movement” identity, which has struggled to gain national traction beyond Eastern Kenya, Kalonzo appears to be repositioning himself as a national figure capable of uniting the country.
Sources close to the Wiper leadership indicated that the rebranding was part of long-term internal reforms aimed at shaking off past baggage and re-energizing the party base.
A new logo, manifesto, and national mobilization strategy are expected to be unveiled in the coming weeks.Political commentators have called the rebranding both bold and risky.
“Kalonzo is clearly trying to reinvent himself politically after years of being seen as a kingmaker rather than a king,” said political analyst Martin Andati. “This could either be his comeback moment or his last major gamble.”
The timing of the announcement—coming amidst rising political tensions and national protests over economic hardships—adds even more weight to Kalonzo’s decision.
He has been a vocal critic of the Kenya Kwanza administration and has hinted at forming a broad coalition to challenge President William Ruto in the next election cycle.
Reactions to the rebranding have been mixed. Some supporters welcomed the new identity, saying it represents fresh energy and a break from the past. Critics, however, dismissed it as mere cosmetic change without addressing deeper leadership or policy issues.
The Registrar of Political Parties is expected to officially process the name change and update the party’s status in the coming days.
As the countdown to 2027 intensifies, Kalonzo’s Wiper Patriotic Front will now be watched closely to see if it can truly evolve into a national powerhouse—or whether it will remain shackled by regional loyalties and past political compromises.
