The political chessboard in Mount Kenya is tilting—once again.At the center: Jubilee Party, under the firm grip of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, whose recent court victory has reaffirmed his authority over the party, and Rigathi Gachagua, former deputy president and fresh face of his newly launched Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).

Uhuru’s Legal Triumph Re-Energizes Jubilee

In a landmark ruling in May, Kenya’s High Court upheld Uhuru’s control of Jubilee, confirming key decisions from the party’s May 2023 National Delegates Congress. That included his appointment as party leader and reaffirming top officials like Jeremiah Kioni and Saitoti Torome.

This verdict isn’t merely legal formality—it has rekindled Jubilee’s core support across Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Nyeri, and Embu, signaling a rebirth under Uhuru’s stewardship.

It puts to rest narratives of Jubilee’s demise and reasserts its centrality in Mt Kenya’s political landscape.

DCP’s Ascent: The Riggy-G Gambit.

In response, Gachagua pivoted—reshaping his political brand around the newly formed DCP. The mission: wrestle back regional dominance. His appeal resonates strongly among his home base in Nyeri, where his plan to steer Mt Kenya affairs through a “protector of the people” persona finds traction.

Key defections—like former Cabinet Minister Jamleck Kamau, who left Jubilee to join DCP—mark tangible momentum for Gachagua. Kamau told supporters that any political engagement with Mt Kenya will now pass through Riggy-G’s DCP. But it’s not unanimous; the region remains fragmented.

Vote Fragmentation: Eleven Parties, One Region.

Analysis points to a flurry of political activity—at least ten parties are courting Mt Kenya, including Jubilee, DCP, PLP (Martha Karua), TSP (Mwangi Kiunjuri), CCK (Moses Kuria), and others.This multiplicity signals the dissolution of past unity. Gone is the era of block voting. Now, the region’s future hinges on how actors align, compromise, or clash.

Mount Kenya Finds Its Bearings: What Lies Ahead?

Key Questions Valley of Tension Potential Outcomes.

Who will reign in Mt Kenya?

Uhuru’s court legitimacy vs Riggy-G’s populist drive Either Jubilee’s revival under Matiang’i or Gachagua’s DCP takeover.

Will vote splitting hurt the bloc?

Multiple parties risk diluting influence Fragmentation may benefit coalitions like Kenya Kwanza or Azimio.

Is coalition-building the next frontier?

Mt Kenya leaders pragmatic in alliances Parties may merge ahead of 2027Political strategists argue that the ability of Jubilee and DCP to form alliances—with smaller players like PLP or Kiunjuri’s TSP—could define the region’s 2027 fate.

If neither holds dominance, Mt Kenya risks remaining a battleground rather than a bloc.

Final Word: Mt Kenya’s Political Soul in Play

With legal muscle behind Jubilee and grassroots energy behind DCP, Mount Kenya is at a political tipping point. Its future hinges on whether it becomes a unified pillar or splinters further into factional politics.

Thirty months remain to the next general election. The question on everyone’s lips: Who will emerge the region’s kingmaker?

Jubilee is resurging under Uhuru’s banner—with whispers that he might back Fred Matiang’i for president.DCP, driven by Gachagua’s regional appeal and bolstered by high-profile defections, fights to become the new standard‑bearer.

Ultimately, Mt Kenya’s voters stand on the cusp of a defining verdict—not just for one party, but for the region’s voice in Kenya’s next political chapter.