A growing political rift between Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and County Assembly Speaker Hon. Anne Kiusya is raising alarm within the Wiper Party, with concerns mounting that the infighting could damage party leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s 2027 presidential ambitions.
Political observers argue that Governor Ndeti may be unknowingly playing into the hands of Kalonzo’s opponents, who are keen to portray the former Vice President as unable to unite his home county. The persistent clashes between the executive and the assembly are painting a picture of disunity and weak internal cohesion within the Wiper Democratic Movement.
Sources close to the county assembly indicate that tensions have been fueled by allegations of incitement, with the governor accused of mobilizing Wiper-affiliated Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) against Speaker Kiusya, herself a senior Wiper leader. The internal wrangles, if not resolved, risk undermining the credibility of Kalonzo Musyoka’s leadership both within the party and on the national stage.
“The big question Kenyans are now asking is: If Kalonzo cannot manage unity in his own backyard, how can he lead a united nation?” posed a senior political analyst in Ukambani.
Party insiders are calling for an urgent truce, emphasizing that both Governor Ndeti and Speaker Kiusya must work together harmoniously for the good of the party and the region. The leadership wrangles are not only affecting service delivery in Machakos but also sending negative signals to Wiper’s supporters across the country.
Wiper leaders across the three Ukambani counties—Machakos, Kitui, and Makueni—are being urged to exercise political maturity and protect the image of their party as it prepares for the 2027 general election. A divided front, they warn, could give rival parties the ammunition they need to discredit Kalonzo’s presidential bid.
The political future of Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka heavily depends on unity among leaders in his home region. Governor Wavinya Ndeti must rise above local power struggles and forge a working relationship with Speaker Anne Kiusya to present a united Wiper front. Continued infighting not only weakens the party’s structures but also casts doubt on Kalonzo’s ability to lead at the national level.
By choosing collaboration over confrontation, Governor Ndeti can help restore public confidence in Wiper’s leadership and safeguard Kalonzo Musyoka’s credibility as a strong, unifying presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 elections.
As the clock ticks toward 2027, all eyes will be on how Wiper’s top brass handles the situation in Machakos—a test that may very well determine Kalonzo Musyoka’s political future.
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