Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has officially launched the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), marking a significant shift in Kenya’s political landscape. The unveiling took place today, May 15, 2025, in Nairobi, attracting widespread attention.
Gachagua, who previously served as Deputy President under President William Ruto, has been a vocal critic of the current administration. He accuses President Ruto of undermining the Mount Kenya region’s political influence and has vowed to challenge his former boss in the upcoming 2027 general elections.
The DCP is positioned as a national party with strong roots in the Mount Kenya region. Gachagua has emphasized the party’s commitment to representing the interests of ordinary citizens and restoring the region’s political prominence.
In his address, Gachagua announced that the party’s official colors are green, brown, and black, symbolizing growth, stability, and unity. The logo features a stylized tree, representing the party’s deep connections to the people and the land.
The launch event was attended by several key political figures from the Mount Kenya region, signaling a potential shift in allegiances ahead of the 2027 elections. Gachagua has called on leaders and citizens alike to join the DCP in its mission to bring about meaningful change.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, all eyes will be on how the DCP influences the upcoming elections and whether it can fulfill its promise of a government truly by and for the people.