Kalonzo and Sifuna Meeting Sparks Speculation of 2027 Opposition Coalition

Kwale, August 15, 2025 — Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna have set tongues wagging about a possible opposition alliance after the two held talks on the sidelines of a Law Society of Kenya (LSK) conference in Kwale.

Kalonzo later posted a photo of their meeting on social media, captioning it with the hashtag #futurethinking, hinting at potential political realignments.

Reformist Tone

Senator Sifuna, who has recently criticised his own ODM party and publicly declared that he will not support President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid, said he was open to working with “leaders committed to reforms and accountability.”

Kalonzo echoed this sentiment, reiterating his pledge to make Ruto a one-term president, while dismissing speculation that he could be warming up to join the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition.

Political Implications

The meeting comes at a time of shifting opposition dynamics, with several leaders seeking to consolidate influence ahead of the 2027 general election. Analysts note that a potential alliance between Kalonzo and Sifuna could reshape coalition politics, particularly if it draws in other disenchanted opposition figures.

For now, both leaders have left the door open to collaboration, fuelling speculation about whether this marks the early stages of a new opposition coalition.