George Natembeya Hosts Bunge la Wananchi Members, Urges Them to Seek Elective Seats in 2027

• Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya urged Bunge la Jacaranda members to contest elective seats in the 2027 General Election
• Natembeya praised the group for their civic activism and encouraged them to keep holding the government accountable
• The delegation endorsed Natembeya's Tawe Movement and urged him to consider running for president in 2027

Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya has called on members of Bunge la Jacaranda in Nairobi to come out boldly and vie for elective seats in the 2027 General Election.

Speaking at his office in Kitale on Friday, May 2, when he received a delegation of the vibrant Bunge la Jacaranda, Natembeya challenged them to use their oratory skills to shape the future of Kenya by throwing their weight into politics.

"We need your transformative voices in our leadership spaces. I encourage you to go for any elective seat in the next election," Natembeya told the youthful Bunge debaters.

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Natembeya, who is gaining political support across the country, commended the delegation for their leadership, consistent civic engagement, and reliable criticism of the government aimed at fostering good governance.

"Your voices have been heard in this country, and you should never tire of holding the government accountable. Freedom of expression is protected in our Constitution, and you should continue speaking for the voiceless in your Bunge," Natembeya told them.

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On his part, Kidero Jasuba, the head of the delegation, applauded Natembeya for coming out to speak for the people of Kenya and especially the residents of the Western region.

"Bwana governor, we are very proud of you and what you are doing. We encourage you to carry on, and we promise to support you in whatever you desire in this country," Jasuba assured Natembeya.

Oria Tibim lauded Natembeya for courageously assuming the role of opposition leader after the former opposition leader, who is also the party leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), Raila Odinga, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with President William Ruto.

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"We solidly endorse your Tawe Movement because it seeks to liberate the people of Kenya, and Western in particular, from political slavery," Oria said.

They urged Natembeya to consider running for the presidency in the 2027 General Election, arguing that he has the potential to unseat Ruto.

Other members of the delegation were Ronald Wanjala, Dennis Wanjala, Songasonga, and Mjukuu wa Bunduki.

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This came barely a few hours after former Interior Cabinet secretary Fred Matiang’i was heroically received in his homecoming tour of the Kisii region.

The tour kicked off in Nyansiongo, where jubilant crowds lined the roads, waving twigs and placards in support.

The same excitement was evident in towns like Keroka, Keumbu, and Kisii Town, where thousands assembled to hear him speak.

Matiang’i assured locals that he was in listening mode and would announce his next political steps after wide consultations.

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Previously, Matiang’i had joined opposition figures such as Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka, Martha Karua, and Justin Muturi in Nairobi for a strategic meeting.

The leaders reportedly discussed forming a coalition to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 elections.

Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

Source: TUKO.co.ke