Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appointed former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala to oversee the implementation of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) 2026 Plan of Action. The decision signals a major step by the party as it prepares for the next political cycle.
The announcement was made on Monday following a three-day retreat attended by DCP legislators and senior party leaders. According to Gachagua, the retreat gave the party an opportunity to reflect on the current political situation in the country, align its priorities, and agree on a clear strategy for the future.
Gachagua said the party leadership formally approved the 2026 Plan of Action after the retreat and agreed that Malala would be the best person to lead its implementation. He explained that the party is now shifting its focus from planning to actual execution of its political strategies.
“After a three-day retreat with like-minded legislators, we have today ratified the party’s Plan of Action for the year. I have tasked Senator Cleophas Malala to spearhead the implementation of this plan on behalf of the party,” Gachagua said.
The Plan of Action outlines DCP’s political, organisational, and grassroots strategies as the party positions itself for the upcoming elections. Although the party did not publicly disclose the full details of the plan, insiders say it places strong emphasis on strengthening party structures, improving coordination among elected leaders, and expanding the party’s presence at the grassroots level.
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By appointing Malala to lead the implementation, DCP appears keen to ensure the plan does not remain on paper. The move reflects the party’s intention to actively roll out its strategies across the country and build a solid political base ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Malala is expected to work closely with the party’s top leadership, elected representatives, and regional coordinators. His responsibilities will include coordinating party activities, monitoring progress, identifying challenges, and regularly reporting back to the leadership on key milestones.
Political observers note that Malala’s experience as a former senator and party strategist could play a key role in strengthening DCP’s organisational capacity, especially in regions where the party is seeking to grow its influence.
Gachagua, who has recently become more vocal on national political matters, reaffirmed that DCP remains committed to promoting democratic values, inclusive leadership, and people-centred governance. He said the party aims to build a strong and well-structured political movement that resonates with ordinary citizens.
The adoption of the 2026 Plan of Action is widely seen as part of DCP’s broader strategy to prepare early for the 2027 elections. Gachagua has previously expressed confidence that the party, working together with Kalonzo Musyoka’s Wiper Party under the United Opposition alliance, has a strong chance of winning a majority of seats.
According to Gachagua, the United Opposition is targeting key positions, including the governorship, the senate, at least 16 out of 17 parliamentary seats, and 75 out of 85 ward representative seats in key regions.
Addressing recent by-election results, Gachagua played down the losses suffered by the United Opposition. He noted that DCP performed well, winning three out of the five seats where it fielded candidates, which he described as a positive sign of the party’s growing strength.
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As DCP moves forward with the implementation of its Plan of Action, the party leadership believes that strong organisation, clear coordination, and consistent grassroots engagement will be critical in building momentum ahead of the 2027 General Election.
