Tim Wanyonyi Officially Welcomed as Linda Mwananchi Movement Launches Its Headquarters

Edwin Sifuna officially welcomed Hon. Tim Wanyonyi into the Linda Mwananchi Movement on Friday, October 30, 2026. Before the headquarters launch began in Lavington, Nairobi, Sifuna placed the movement’s branded cap on Wanyonyi. The gesture marked Wanyonyi’s move from ODM to the Linda Mwananchi Movement.

Opposition leaders attend the launch

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua and DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa attended the unveiling. Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino also attended.

According to The Star, Kalonzo said opposition leaders were still negotiating over a joint presidential candidate. He said they would unveil their choice on November 13, 2026. Meanwhile, Sifuna was seeking consideration for the joint ticket ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Sifuna outlines his policy priorities

Sifuna said the movement would prioritise respect for the Constitution, human rights and a lower cost of living.

He proposed cutting government spending by KES 500 billion. In addition, he proposed removing taxes on fuel and electricity. However, he gave no details on how he would implement those proposals.

Sifuna also thanked Babu Owino and former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza for offering alternative political platforms. He credited The Equitable Party with giving the movement a political home.

Movement proposes its national leadership

The movement proposed a structure with one party leader and four deputies. Among the proposed deputies were former Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo and Mavoko MP Patrick Makau.

It also proposed Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi as chairperson, with former Makadara MP Reuben Ndolo as his deputy. It also proposed Suba South MP Caroli Omondi as secretary-general and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka as treasurer.

In addition, the proposal sets aside two posts for Coast representatives. One is a deputy party leader post and the other is a deputy chairperson post.

Separately, under the proposed campaign structure, Natembeya would lead the presidential campaign, with Odhiambo as his deputy.

Delegates convention and grassroots offices

Sifuna announced a National Delegates Convention for November 13, 2026, to ratify the proposed leadership structure. After the convention, the movement planned to open grassroots offices nationwide by the end of November.