Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday arrived in Murang’a County to preside over a Jubilee Party grassroots leaders meeting at Kenol, marking a renewed push to rejuvenate the party’s political presence in the Mt. Kenya region.
Kenyatta, who serves as the Jubilee Party leader, was accompanied by Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i. Their presence underscored the meeting’s importance as a strategic move to reassert Jubilee’s influence ahead of future political realignments.
The gathering brought together constituency and county officials from across the region to discuss grassroots mobilisation, party unity, and strategies to consolidate support. Delegates sought guidance from the former Head of State on the party’s future direction and how to position Jubilee as a strong political force in Mt. Kenya.
According to party insiders, the meeting forms part of a broader plan to reconnect with supporters and strengthen the party’s structures at the grassroots. The discussions focused on ensuring that local leaders are aligned with the party’s vision, with an emphasis on loyalty, inclusion, and renewed engagement with communities.
The former President’s visit to Murang’a comes at a time of heightened political activity in the Mt. Kenya region, where various leaders are seeking to consolidate influence ahead of the 2027 General Election. Jubilee’s leadership hopes that the renewed grassroots drive will reignite enthusiasm among supporters and counter political fragmentation in the region.
Insiders further revealed that Jubilee plans to roll out similar meetings across Mt. Kenya counties in the coming months, building momentum through a series of consultative forums.
As the party seeks to reclaim its political footing, Kenyatta’s return to active grassroots politics signals a determination to restore Jubilee’s dominance and reaffirm its role in shaping the region’s political future.
