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Rigathi Gachagua was never one to vanish quietly. When he lost his footing as Deputy President and the political winds turned cold, many thought he’d quietly retreat into irrelevance. But if there's one thing Gachagua understands about power in Kenya, it’s that absence is defeat. And so, six months after disappearing from the frontlines, he’s come roaring back—not as someone’s number two, but as the undisputed leader of a new political vehicle: the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).
This wasn’t just about forming a party. It was about self-preservation, image reinvention, and a calculated strategy to rewrite his political destiny.
When Gachagua’s relationship with President Ruto began to visibly fray, the writing was on the wall. Whispers within the ruling coalition grew louder: Gachagua was becoming a liability. His blunt tribal rhetoric, confrontational tone, and unfiltered attacks made him a political hot potato.
Rather than beg for scraps in a hostile government, Gachagua vanished from the spotlight—retreating not to give up, but to regroup. Sources say he spent these past six months not in silence, but in strategy sessions. His rural home in Nyeri became an unofficial war room, where he met quietly with loyalists, fringe politicians, youth representatives, and even disgruntled civil servants. The result? A party he believes embodies his vision and roots: a populist, people-driven movement dubbed Democracy for the Citizens Party.
Let’s be blunt—DCP isn’t just about democracy or citizens. It’s about Gachagua.
The former Deputy President knows that to survive in Kenya’s brutal political chessboard, you either control your own party or risk becoming a pawn. With UDA increasingly looking like a one-man show around Ruto, Gachagua had two options: submit or split. He chose the latter.
The DCP gives him more than just relevance—it gives him leverage. It sends a message to Mount Kenya voters that he’s still in the game. It also positions him to broker power ahead of 2027, whether as a coalition partner, spoiler, or even presidential candidate.
The party’s slogan “Skiza Wakenya” (Listen to Kenyans) might suggest grassroots intentions—but the subtext is clear: Listen to me. Gachagua is betting on his outsider appeal, styling himself as the anti-establishment leader even though he once sat at its peak. The party’s logo—a hand holding an ear—is cheeky, memorable, and loaded with symbolism.
The DCP colors (green, red, white, and black) are not just patriotic—they’re a nod to resilience, revolution, and a political rebirth.
He’s not doing this alone. Gachagua has carefully stitched together a patchwork of former allies, political exiles, and emerging influencers. Notables include:
Cleophas Malala as interim Deputy Party Leader – a loyal foot soldier known for his youth mobilization tactics.
David Mingati, Chairperson – a quiet operator with deep ties to county governments.
Mithika Linturi, former CS, as Organizing Secretary – controversial, but experienced.
Cate Waruguru, Women’s Leader – a firebrand with an eye on mobilizing the female vote.
Maina Kamanda, Chair of the Council of Elders – a signal to older, traditional power bases.
From Gen Z reps to PWD advocates, Gachagua is trying to make DCP look like a new-age machine—but behind the scenes, it’s still very much his show.
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Gachagua isn’t wasting time. He’s announced a grand national launch on June 4, after which he’ll begin a two-year cross-country tour. It’s not just a campaign—it’s a charm offensive, a reintroduction, and a warning shot to both allies and enemies.
He’s called on aspirants to register, signaling early plans to fill the DCP ticket in 2027. Whether he aims for the presidency or plays kingmaker is still unclear—but he’s now holding cards.
At its core, the DCP’s formation screams one truth: Gachagua refuses to be written off. In a system where politics is survival, creating your own outfit is the clearest way to tell everyone you're still in the ring—and maybe planning your biggest comeback yet.
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