“Mt Kenya is Not for Sale”: MP Wainaina Slams Gachagua Over Kalonzo Deal

The political war for the soul of the Mt. Kenya region has taken a sharp turn as Nominated MP Joseph Wainaina Iraya launched a scathing attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Speaking in Eldoret on December 24, 2025, Wainaina accused Gachagua of attempting to “auction” the Kikuyu community to Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka for personal political survival.

The remarks signal a deepening rift within the Kenya Kwanza camp and highlight the growing resistance to Gachagua’s newly formed Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) and its potential 2027 alliances.

The “Auction” Allegation: Personal vs. Community Problems

MP Wainaina’s primary grievance centers on Gachagua’s strategy of framing his individual political hurdles including his October 2024 impeachment as a collective problem for the Mt. Kenya region.

“Your personal problem is not a Mt. Kenya problem,” Wainaina stated firmly. “We will not be sold like goats. The community should not be treated like property to be traded for political gain in a deal with Kalonzo Musyoka.”

Key Takeaways from Wainaina’s Speech:

Identity Protection: Rejection of the “shareholding” narrative being used to justify new alliances.

Betrayal Claims: Labeling the alignment with the United Opposition as a betrayal of the 2022 mandate.

Call for Independence: Urging the region to focus on long-term interests rather than Gachagua’s “revenge politics.”

The 2032 Strategy: Didmus Barasa Weighs In

Adding fuel to the fire, Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa suggested that Gachagua’s support for Kalonzo is a calculated “long game.”

According to Barasa, Gachagua knows Kalonzo cannot unseat President William Ruto in 2027. Instead, Gachagua is allegedly “scheming” to capture the Kamba vote to build a foundation for his own 2032 Presidential bid.

A Fractured Mountain: The 2027 Outlook

The fallout between Gachagua and Mt. Kenya MPs has created a complex power matrix. While Gachagua’s DCP is aggressively courting the youth and “Gen Z” voters, many sitting MPs remain loyal to the UDA.

Mt. Kenya Political Alliances (As of Dec 2025):

| Faction | Key Leaders | Strategy |

| DCP (Gachagua) | Rigathi Gachagua, Joe Nyutu | Consolidating regional grievance and Gen Z support. |

| UDA (Pro-Ruto) | Ndindi Nyoro, Kithure Kindiki | Focused on government delivery and the 2027 re-election. |

| Jubilee (Uhuru) | Jeremiah Kioni | Positioning as the "Authentic" opposition voice. |

The Verdict

As Gachagua continues his “intercession” tours across the country, the pushback from leaders like Wainaina suggests that the “Mountain” is far from united.

The coming months will be critical as UDA grassroots elections scheduled for January 10, 2026, act as a litmus test for who truly holds the regional mantle.

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