Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has met with Kenyans living and working in Los Angeles, Southern California, as part of his ongoing two-month tour of the United States aimed at popularizing his political outfit, the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
During the forum, Gachagua expressed his appreciation for the resilience, dedication, and patriotism of Kenyans abroad, praising their culture of hard work, care, and responsibility. He noted that such values could be mirrored in Kenya if governance systems were efficient and transparent.
“I am glad they keep tabs with the goings-on in our motherland. Their concerns are my concerns, and what all Kenyans are asking for rhyme; pain must end,” Gachagua told the gathering.
He identified healthcare, security, meaningful economic growth, infrastructure development, and education as key areas needing urgent reforms. Gachagua argued that without accessible healthcare, secure communities, robust infrastructure, and quality education, the country’s long-term prosperity would remain elusive. He stressed the importance of economic policies that generate jobs and raise living standards for all citizens.
The former DP also acknowledged the unique role of the Kenyan diaspora in shaping the country’s future, describing them as a vital link in investment, innovation, and advocacy for better governance. He urged them to stay engaged with national affairs and play an active role in policy discussions, even while abroad.
Gachagua’s Los Angeles meeting follows similar engagements with Kenyan communities in other US cities, where he has been outlining his party’s vision and rallying support. The DCP, he said, is committed to tackling the nation’s persistent challenges through pragmatic, people-centered policies.
As the 2027 elections draw closer, Gachagua’s US outreach signals a strategic effort to tap into the diaspora’s influence and resources. With remittances from Kenyans abroad being a significant contributor to the national economy, diaspora engagement has become a key political battleground.
Gachagua’s message in Los Angeles was clear: Kenya needs a leadership that listens, acts decisively, and delivers lasting solutions to its people’s problems both at home and abroad.
